Description
Savory ground beef simmers with rice and tomato sauce, infused with taco spices and crisp peppers. Topped with gooey cheddar and fresh cilantro, this skillet meal brings bold flavors in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 bell pepper diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon; drain excess fat if necessary.
- Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and stir to coat the beef evenly.
- Pour in the rice, tomato sauce, and chicken broth; stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low.
- Stir in the frozen corn, cover the skillet, and cook for 18–20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Remove the lid and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Cover again and let sit for 2–3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
- You can swap ground turkey or chicken for beef.
- For spicier flavor, add diced jalapeño or hot sauce.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Garnish with sour cream or sliced green onions if desired.