Description
Cheesy Taco Rice is a delightful one-pot meal that brings the flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine right to your dinner table. This recipe features savory ground beef, aromatic spices, and gooey melted cheese, making it an ideal solution for busy weeknights. In just 30 minutes, you can prepare a satisfying dish that the whole family will love. Serve it with your favorite toppings like sour cream or guacamole for an extra layer of flavor and customize it to suit your taste buds. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a potluck contribution, this Cheesy Taco Rice is guaranteed to impress.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, 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, uncooked)
- 2 cups shredded cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and diced onion; cook until beef is browned and onions are translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and taco seasoning; cook briefly until fragrant.
- Pour in beef broth, Rotel, and tomato paste; bring to a boil.
- Stir in rice and return to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer for 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top; cover again until cheese melts (about 5 minutes).
- Serve with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg