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Mexican ground beef skillet 1

Mexican Ground Beef Skillet

A quick and flavorful one-pan dinner that transforms humble ground beef into a fiesta of textures and tastes, ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights!
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Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Ground Beef, Mexican, Skillet, One Pan, Quick Dinner, Taco Skillet
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 410kcal

Equipment

  • 12-inch Skillet

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef 90/10 recommended
  • 1 medium onion diced (about 1 cup)
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 package taco seasoning 1 oz, or 2 tablespoons homemade
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies 14.5 oz
  • 1 can black beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 cup cooked rice can substitute quinoa
  • 1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Brown for 5-7 minutes until no pink remains.
  • Add the diced onion and bell peppers to the skillet with the beef. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until vegetables begin to soften. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the mixture and stir to coat. Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice, add the drained black beans and corn, and fold in the cooked rice. Stir everything thoroughly to combine.
  • Reduce heat to low and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet and allow the cheese to melt for 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot.

Notes

If your skillet seems dry during cooking, add 2-3 tablespoons of water or beef broth to create a slight sauciness.
For extra flavor, squeeze half a lime over the finished dish just before serving.
Lean ground turkey can be substituted for beef if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 680mg | Potassium: 620mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1200IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 220mg | Iron: 3.5mg
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