Cheesy Taco Rice Recipe

Homemade Cheesy Taco Rice in a skillet with cheese melted on top and garnished with cilantro

A one-skillet wonder, this Cheesy Taco Rice brings together seasoned beef, fluffy rice, beans, corn, and melty cheese for a quick and comforting dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Tex-Mex, American

Keyword: cheesy taco rice, ground beef rice recipe, one pot taco rice, taco rice skillet, weeknight dinner

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings:

Calories: 460kcal

Cost: $10

Equipment

1 Large skillet with lid
1 Wooden spoon
Measuring cups
1 Chef’s knife

Ingredients

1 Ground beef
1 Onion Diced
2–3 Garlic cloves Minced
1 tablespoon Taco seasoning
1 cup Long-grain white rice Uncooked
2 cups Beef broth
1 can Black beans Drained and rinsed
1 can Diced tomatoes w/ green chilies Include the juice
1 cup Corn kernels Frozen
2 cups Shredded cheese Cheddar or Mexican blend
Cilantro Chopped, for garnish
Sour cream Optional, for serving
Green onions Optional, sliced, for garnish
Lime Cut into wedges, for serving

Instructions

Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic; cook for a few minutes until fragrant. Stir in the taco seasoning.
Stir in the uncooked rice and beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
Add black beans, diced tomatoes with chilies, and corn. Stir to combine and heat through.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the mixture. Cover and let sit for a few minutes until melted.
Top with chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, and a squeeze of lime. Serve with sour cream if desired.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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