One-Pan Taco Rice Delight
A cozy one-pan taco rice skillet loaded with beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, and melty cheese. Weeknight-friendly and big on flavor.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef 85–90% lean
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 0.75 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1.5 cup long-grain white rice rinsed and drained
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika optional, for extra warmth
- 2.75 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chiles undrained
- 15 oz black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 0.75 tsp kosher salt to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Brown the beef, breaking it up, until no pink remains, 4–5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in onion and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add garlic, taco seasoning, and paprika. Cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Mix in the rice and stir to coat. Toast for 1 minute.
- Pour in broth and tomatoes. Add corn and beans, scraping up browned bits.
- Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 18–20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Remove from heat and fluff the rice with a fork.
- Stir in half the cheese, lime juice, and cilantro. Top with remaining cheese, cover 2 minutes to melt. Adjust salt and pepper.
Notes
Variation: Swap ground beef for ground turkey and use pepper jack for a spicier kick. For meal prep, cool fully, then refrigerate in airtight containers up to 4 days; reheat with a splash of broth. Serve with avocado, sour cream, or crushed tortilla chips for crunch.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic One-Pan Taco Rice Delight flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.