Cheesy Taco Rice Skillet
A comforting one-pan dish that combines the flavors of tacos with cheesy rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Beef
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can black beans or pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 2 cups ready rice (microwaveable or precooked)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, sour cream, avocado, cilantro
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix in the drained beans and corn and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the ready rice and taco seasoning, mixing thoroughly until well combined.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top and cover for 2-3 minutes until melted.
- Plate and serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite ingredients and toppings. This dish is versatile for meal prep and leftovers!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: taco rice, one-pan meal, cheesy skillet, easy dinner, comfort food
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