Description
Cheesy Taco Rice is a delightful one-pan dish that fuses the vibrant flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine with the convenience of quick preparation. This hearty meal features seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and melted cheese, all cooked together in one skillet for minimal cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe is family-friendly and easily customizable with your favorite toppings.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2¼ cups beef broth
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice (dry)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (any variety)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, ground beef, and onion. Cook until beef is browned and onions are translucent (8-10 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- Stir in minced garlic and taco seasoning; cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add beef broth, Rotel, and tomato paste; bring to a boil.
- Stir in dry rice, return to a boil, cover with a lid, reduce heat to low, and cook for 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and cook for another 5 minutes until melted.
- Serve hot with desired toppings like sour cream or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg