Taco Skillet
A quick and flavorful one-pan meal combining seasoned ground beef, beans, rice, and cheese, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 2 red or green bell peppers, chopped bell peppers
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 can low-sodium black beans, rinsed and drained 15 ounces
- 1 cup long or medium-grain brown rice do not use short grain or instant
- 1.5 jar chunky salsa mild or medium
- 2 cups water, divided
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese or swap cheddar, pepper jack, or Mexican blend
Optional for serving
- to taste chopped fresh cilantro
Optional for making tacos, burritos, or quesadillas
- as needed warmed whole wheat flour or corn tortillas
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell peppers; cook until softened.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in black beans, salsa, and 1 cup of water; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook rice with remaining water according to package instructions.
- Combine cooked rice with beef mixture, top with cheese, and serve with cilantro and tortillas if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lime or a dollop of sour cream when serving.