Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Taco Rice Recipe! This one-pan wonder is a flavorful fusion of seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and gooey cheese, all cooked to perfection in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish can be customized with your favorite taco toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or fresh cilantro. Whether you’re serving up a family dinner or meal prepping for the week ahead, Cheesy Taco Rice is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Get ready to enjoy a satisfying and delicious meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 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 (any variety)
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and sauté ground beef and onions until the beef is browned and onions are translucent (8-10 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- Stir in minced garlic and taco seasoning, cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add beef broth, Rotel, and tomato paste; bring to a boil. Stir in the rice and return to a boil.
- Cover skillet with a lid; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes or until the rice is tender.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top; cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg