Description
This cheesy taco rice is everything you love about taco night, all in one skillet! Loaded with seasoned ground beef, tender rice, melty cheese, and your favorite taco toppings, it’s the ultimate comfort food for busy nights. Serve it straight from the pan or meal prep it for the week—either way, it’s a guaranteed win.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
1 3/4 cups chicken or beef broth
1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings: sour cream, green onions, cilantro, jalapeños
Instructions
In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
Add onion and garlic. Cook until softened, about 2–3 mins.
Stir in taco seasoning, rice, diced tomatoes, corn, and broth.
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook for 18–20 mins, until rice is tender.
Remove from heat, stir, and sprinkle cheese over the top.
Cover for 2–3 mins until cheese is melted.
Top with your favorites and dig in!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course