Description
Cheesy, flavorful, and easy one-pot taco rice. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners, meal prep, and family-friendly meals.
Ingredients
1 lb (450 g) ground beef
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups beef or chicken broth
1 cup diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1/2 cup diced bell peppers
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish
Instructions
1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Stir in diced onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Cook 2–3 minutes until softened.
3. Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until fragrant.
4. Stir in rice, diced tomatoes, corn, and broth. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 18–20 minutes until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
6. Remove lid and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over top. Cover 2–3 minutes until cheese melts.
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Replace beef with black beans or lentils for a vegetarian option.
Add lime juice or hot sauce for extra flavor.
Brown rice or quinoa can be used; adjust cooking time and liquid.
Add jalapeños or cayenne for spicier dish.
Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3 days and reheat with a splash of broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg