Description
One-Pan Cheesy Taco Rice Skillet delivers a comforting and satisfying meal in just one pan. Packed with fluffy rice, lean meat, vibrant veggies, and topped with gooey cheese, this dish captures the essence of taco night at home. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it’s an easy recipe that guarantees smiles and full bellies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning (1 oz)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté onions and bell peppers in a large skillet over medium heat until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground meat and cook until browned.
- Mix in taco seasoning until well-coated.
- Stir in uncooked rice and diced tomatoes with juices.
- Pour in broth and bring to a gentle boil.
- Cover and simmer on low for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle cheese on top, cover until melted.
- Serve garnished with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg