Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Taco Rice Recipe! This one-pan dish combines ground beef, zesty spices, and ooey-gooey melted cheese, making it a perfect solution for busy weeknights. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a mouthwatering meal that pleases the entire family. The ease of preparation and minimal cleanup means you can focus on enjoying your meal rather than worrying about dishes. Customize it with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or fresh cilantro for an extra burst of flavor. Whether you’re hosting taco night or looking for a quick dinner idea, this Cheesy Taco Rice is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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)
- 2 cups shredded cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and onion; cook until beef is browned and onions are translucent (8-10 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- Stir in minced garlic and taco seasoning; cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add beef broth, Rotel, and tomato paste; bring to a boil.
- Stir in dry rice and return to boil. Cover and reduce heat; simmer undisturbed for 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the rice mixture; cook for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Serve hot with toppings of your choice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg