Description
This Cheesy Taco Rice is an easy one-pan, 30-minute meal packed with Tex-Mex flavors! Made with seasoned beef, fluffy rice, and melty cheese, it’s a quick and delicious weeknight dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2¼ cups beef broth
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel (diced tomatoes & green chilies)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, cilantro, green onions, jalapeños, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in onions, cooking until soft. Add garlic and taco seasoning, cooking for 30 seconds.
- Pour in beef broth, Rotel, and tomato paste. Stir to combine.
- Add rice, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top, cover, and cook for 5 more minutes until melted.
- Serve with toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and tortilla chips.
Notes
- For a spicier version, use hot Rotel and Pepper Jack cheese.
- Swap ground beef for turkey or black beans for a healthier option.
- Use brown rice instead of white, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex