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Cheesy taco beef and rice cooked in a skillet with melted cheese and seasoned ground beef
Katie

Cheesy Taco Beef And Rice

This Cheesy Taco Beef & Rice is a one-skillet wonder packed with bold taco flavors, hearty rice, and melty cheese. It's a fast and family-friendly dinner that comes together in just 35 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • ½ yellow onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1 8 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 2 cups cooked long-grain rice or cook 1 cup uncooked rice in 2 cups beef broth before adding
  • ½ cup beef broth to keep mixture moist
  • 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar + Monterey Jack blend, or Mexican blend
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro chopped (optional garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef, diced onion, and bell pepper. Cook for about 6 to 7 minutes, until the beef is browned and vegetables are tender. Drain excess grease.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and tomato sauce. Mix until well combined.
  3. Add the cooked rice and beef broth. Stir everything together and let it simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors come together.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet with a lid until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a baking dish and bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
  5. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley or cilantro if desired.

Notes

You can prep the rice in advance or use leftover rice to save time. This dish also makes great leftovers and reheats well!