Description
One-Pot Taco Rice Skillet is the ultimate weeknight meal, combining tender rice, juicy ground beef, and colorful vegetables in a single pot. This dish is packed with flavor and can be customized to suit any taste preference, making it a family favorite. With minimal cleanup and maximum satisfaction, it’s easy to whip up after a busy day. Serve it topped with cheese, avocado, or your favorite salsa for an irresistible dinner that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add diced bell peppers and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the rice and taco seasoning until well coated.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and 2 cups of water or broth; bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, fold in the black beans. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese and cover briefly to melt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 374
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg