Taco Rice Skillet
A quick and cheesy dinner that combines the flavors of tacos with rice in a one-pan meal, perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (or ground turkey or chicken)
- 3 cups Cooked rice (white or brown) Leftover rice is perfect
- 1 medium Onion (yellow or white) Chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic Fresh or from a jar
- 1 packet Taco seasoning Store bought or homemade
- 1 can Black beans Optional
- 1 cup Corn Fresh, frozen, or canned
- 1 can Diced tomatoes (with green chiles if you like heat)
- 1 cup Tomato sauce or salsa For moisture and flavor
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese or a Mexican blend
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 tbsp Oil For the pan
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a small splash of oil. Add your chopped onion and cook for a few minutes until it softens.
- Add the ground beef and break it up as it cooks. Once it’s browned, drain excess grease if there’s a lot. Then stir in the garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle in taco seasoning and mix it well so the meat gets coated. Add the diced tomatoes and a little tomato sauce or salsa.
- Stir in black beans and corn if you’re using them. Let it simmer for about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked rice and stir until it’s fully mixed and heated through. If it looks a bit dry, add a splash of water or more salsa.
- Turn the heat down low and sprinkle cheese all over the top. Cover the skillet for a couple of minutes until the cheese melts.
Notes
Use leftover rice for better texture. Don't skip the simmer to deepen flavor and always add cheese at the end for a gooey top layer.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2g