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Delicious cheesy taco rice skillet in a black cast iron pan, topped with melted cheese and fresh gre.

Cheesy Taco Rice Skillet

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  • Author: Callie
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

A quick and easy protein-packed Mexican skillet recipe made with lean ground beef, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheese. Ready in under 30 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/2 medium onion, diced
  • 3 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup prepared salsa
  • 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 15 oz can sweet corn (not drained)
  • 10 oz can diced tomatoes and green chiles
  • 8.5 oz ready rice, cooked according to package directions
  • 4 oz Colby Jack cheese, shredded
  • Optional: fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, sour cream, crushed tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat and lightly grease with oil.
  2. Add ground beef and diced onion. Cook for 8-10 minutes until beef is browned and onions are soft.
  3. Preheat oven to broil and position rack in the middle.
  4. Add taco seasoning and salsa to the skillet and stir to combine.
  5. Add black beans, undrained corn, and diced tomatoes with green chiles. Stir and simmer for 5-6 minutes until liquid reduces.
  6. Add cooked rice and mix well.
  7. Top with shredded cheese.
  8. Broil for about 1 minute until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish as desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Shred your own cheese for best melting. If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, transfer to a baking dish before broiling. Customize with extra spices, jalapeños, or different rice options.