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Close-up of a hearty Taco Skillet with seasoned ground beef, rice, topped with shredded cheese, lettuce, and diced tomatoes.

Taco Skillet (15 Minutes)

This quick and easy Taco Skillet recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. It's a one-pan meal that the whole family will love, ready in under 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Beef Browning Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 494
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup converted rice
  • 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir ground beef and onion until the beef is browned, about 5 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Stir in the diced tomatoes, water, converted rice, and taco seasoning. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and simmer until the rice is tender, about 25 minutes.
  4. Top with the shredded Mexican cheese blend and shredded lettuce just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 494kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25g

Notes

This recipe was inspired by a need for a quick and satisfying meal on a busy weeknight. It proves that simple ingredients can create a flavorful and nourishing dish in minimal time.

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