One-Pot Taco Rice Skillet
A flavorful, Mexican-inspired one-pot dish with beef, rice, beans, and vegetables—ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain excess fat.
- Add onion and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in garlic and taco seasoning. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add rice, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Sprinkle cheese on top. Cover and let stand until cheese melts, about 2 minutes.
- Serve with optional toppings like sour cream, avocado, or cilantro.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute the ground beef with an extra can of black beans or 2 cups of diced mushrooms. Top with your favorite garnishes like sour cream, avocado, or cilantro for added flavor.