SKILLET TACO RICE
One pan, bold flavor, and barely any cleanup—this Skillet Taco Rice is your busy-night lifesaver. Think cheesy taco goodness meets hearty rice in a single skillet, ready to load up with all your favorite toppings. Dinner just got way easier and more delicious!
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup diced yellow onion
1 lb lean ground beef
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
2½ cups chicken broth
1¼ cups salsa
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
1 cup chopped cilantro
Optional Toppings:
Diced tomatoes, avocado, sour cream, green onions, tortilla strips
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until soft.
Add ground beef and cook until browned. Stir in garlic and taco seasoning.
Mix in uncooked rice, broth, and salsa. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
Cover, reduce heat, and cook for 18–20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat. Stir in cheddar cheese and cilantro until melted and combined.
Top with your favorite toppings and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories: 370
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 23g
Find it online: https://thecomfortspoon.com/skillet-taco-rice/