Cheesy Taco Rice One-Pan Dinner
A simple and flavorful one-pan dinner featuring seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and melted cheese, perfect for a quick and satisfying family meal.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or Dutch oven
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 85/15 lean
- 1 cup diced yellow onion
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 oz taco seasoning 1 packet
- 2.5 cups beef broth
- 1 cup salsa your favorite kind
- 2 cups shredded cheese blend Cheddar and Monterey Jack
- Optional toppings: sour cream cilantro, jalapeños
Instructions
- Cook ground beef and diced onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned; drain excess grease.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in uncooked rice and taco seasoning, toasting rice for 1 minute.
- Pour in beef broth and salsa, bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle shredded cheese on top, cover, and let stand 2-3 minutes until cheese melts.
- Garnish with optional toppings and serve immediately.
Notes
- Shred cheese yourself for the best melting quality.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.