Beef Taco Skillet with Rice

A plate of beef and rice taco skillet on the table with a fork and some toppings in bowls.

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Beef Taco Skillet with Rice

This easy taco skillet with rice, ground beef, and plenty of Tex-Mex flavors cooks up one pan for an easy dinner that's spiced just right! It's a kid-friendly weeknight meal that goes together in a flash!

Prep Time12

Cook Time, divided30

Total Time42

Servings:

Calories: 523kcal

Author: Karin and Ken

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef pork, chicken, turkey or sausage
¾ cup onion chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon garlic salt
1 can (16 oz) crushed tomatoes, (do not drain)
1 can (15 oz) red kidney beans, undrained
¾ cup long grain rice, uncooked
¾ cup water
½ cup peppers chopped
1 cup shredded cheese
1 bag corn chips for serving, if desired

Instructions

In a large skillet, add onions and ground meat. Brown meat until no longer pink and onions are tender. Drain if necessary.
Sprinkle chili powder, salt and garlic salt all over ground meat.
Add canned tomatoes, undrained beans, uncooked rice, water and chopped peppers.
Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally for 20 minutes. Top with cheese. Cover until cheese is melted.
Sprinkle with corn chips, if desired, and serve immediately. Enjoy!

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Notes

Be sure to check the full post above for more ingredient tips, serving suggestions, how to store leftovers, and more.

Choose the Right Pan. A large non-stick skillet helps to cook everything evenly, reduces the chances of ingredients sticking to the pan, and makes clean-up a breeze.

Rice Undercooked? If your rice is still undercooked after cooking you may need to cook it a bit longer. Add more liquid if it's needed.

Watch It While It Cooks. You will need to stir the dish frequently to prevent sticking. If you notice the ingredients are sticking, lower the heat, and continue stirring to prevent burning.

Too Much Liquid. If you find your rice is soggy or the dish looks watery, simmer it for a few more minutes with the lid removed, allowing some of the excess liquid to evaporate.

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