One-Pot Taco Rice with Ground Beef
A quick and flavorful one-pot meal combining seasoned ground beef, rice, and vegetables for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup long-grain white rice rinsed
- 1 can 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chillies
- 1 ¾ cups beef broth
- to taste Salt and pepper
- ½ cup corn (optional)
- ½ cup black beans (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until soft, about 3 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add ground beef and cook until browned, then drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and tomato paste. Add rice, diced tomatoes, and beef broth; stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes. Rest for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Notes
Feel free to add optional corn and black beans for extra flavor and texture.