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Cheesy Taco Rice Skillet

Easy Cheesy Taco Rice Skillet That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Cheesy Taco Rice Skillet is a comforting one-pan meal that combines bold flavors and effortless cooking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet Base
  • 1 pound Ground beef Choose lean or regular for rich flavor.
  • 1 cup Long grain white rice Absorbs spices and juices perfectly.
  • 1 can Diced tomatoes Adds color and freshness.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 pack Taco seasoning mix The secret to bold flavor.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 2 cups Chicken broth Use to cook rice for extra flavor.
For the Cheesy Finish
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese Melts into a creamy layer.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro Optional, for garnish.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

For the Skillet Base
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high, add seasoned ground beef, and cook until no longer pink and lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, stirring until softened and fragrant, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Stir in long-grain white rice and diced tomatoes with juices, cooking 2 minutes until rice is lightly toasted.
  4. Sprinkle taco seasoning, pour in chicken broth, stir well, and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  5. Cover, reduce heat to low, and let rice cook undisturbed until tender and liquid is absorbed, 18–20 minutes.
For the Cheesy Finish
  1. Uncover, sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly, cover again, and let cheese melt into a gooey layer, about 2–3 minutes.
  2. Gently fluff rice with a fork, garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve hot straight from the skillet.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: top with avocado slices for extra creaminess. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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