Description
This Cheesy Taco Rice Recipe is the perfect solution for busy weeknights. Packed with ground beef, vibrant spices, and gooey melted cheese, this one-pan meal brings bold flavors to your dinner table in just 30 minutes. Ideal for taco night or a quick family dinner, it offers a comforting and satisfying experience that everyone will love. Plus, you can easily customize it with your favorite toppings like sour cream and guacamole. Embrace the deliciousness of cheesy taco rice and enjoy quality time with your loved ones without the hassle of extensive cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2¼ cups beef broth
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel tomatoes
- 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. Add ground beef and diced onion; cook until beef is browned and no longer pink, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in minced garlic and taco seasoning; cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add beef broth, Rotel tomatoes, and tomato paste; stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, add rice, cover the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, and let cook for 15 minutes.
- After cooking, sprinkle shredded cheese on top; cover again until cheese melts completely—about 5 minutes.
- Serve hot with optional toppings like sour cream or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg