Description
This One-Pot Taco Rice Skillet is a flavorful and easy-to-make meal perfect for busy weeknights. Combining seasoned ground beef, rice, black beans, diced tomatoes, and bell peppers, all cooked together in a single skillet, it delivers a hearty and satisfying dish with a Tex-Mex flair. Topped with melted cheese and fresh green onions, it’s a vibrant and comforting meal the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 cups water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil to prevent sticking and enhance flavor.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add chopped onions and bell peppers to the skillet, cooking for about 5 minutes until they become soft and fragrant.
- Cook Ground Beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up as it cooks until browned and fully crumbled.
- Add Rice and Spices: Stir in the rice along with cumin and chili powder to coat the rice evenly with the spices.
- Combine Tomatoes and Beans: Mix in the diced tomatoes with their juice and the rinsed black beans into the skillet.
- Add Water and Simmer: Pour in water so that ingredients are covered by about an inch. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let simmer for approximately 20 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Top with Cheese and Green Onions: Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top, cover briefly to melt the cheese, then garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
- Adjust the amount of chili powder to control spiciness.
- For extra flavor, add a minced garlic clove when sautéing vegetables.
- Use brown rice instead of white rice for a healthier twist; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat easily in a microwave.
