Description
Get ready to spice up your dinner routine with this Cheesy Taco Rice Recipe! This simple yet flavorful dish brings the excitement of Tex-Mex cuisine right to your table. Featuring savory ground beef, zesty taco seasoning, and a generous layer of melted cheese, it’s the perfect solution for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up a comforting meal that’s sure to satisfy everyone. Plus, with endless topping options and great leftovers, this one-pan wonder is as versatile as it is delicious.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2¼ cups beef broth
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice (dry)
- 2 cups shredded cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and add ground beef and onions. Cook until beef is no longer pink and onions are translucent (8-10 minutes). Drain grease.
- Stir in minced garlic and taco seasoning; cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add beef broth, Rotel, and tomato paste; bring to a boil.
- Stir in dry rice and return to a boil.
- Cover and reduce heat to medium-low; simmer for about 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
- Sprinkle cheese over the top; cover until melted (about 5 minutes).
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg