Description
Cheesy Taco Rice Skillet Dinner is a delicious, one-pan meal that combines the comforting flavors of tacos with cheesy goodness. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is quick to prepare and easy to customize according to your taste preferences. With savory ingredients and vibrant colors, it’s sure to be a hit at your dinner table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (fire-roasted recommended)
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a drizzle of oil. Add diced onion and bell peppers; sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in ground beef (or turkey) and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
- Add taco seasoning and minced garlic; stir for an additional minute.
- Mix in rinsed rice, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover.
- Simmer for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle cheese on top, cover briefly to melt, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg