Description
This Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet is a flavorful one-pot meal that combines ground beef, rice, beans, and veggies in a cheesy, comforting dish. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
Rice and Seasonings:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 1/2 cups beef broth
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels, fresh, frozen, or canned
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in onion, garlic, and bell pepper until softened.
- Add rice, tomatoes, broth, beans, corn, and seasonings. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Remove lid and stir in cheeses until melted. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- For extra spice, add a diced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- This dish works well with ground turkey or chicken as a leaner option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, One-Pot
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
