Description
Cheesy Taco Rice is a delightful one-pan meal that combines the comforting flavors of tacos into a hearty rice dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe features ground beef cooked with zesty taco seasoning, savory beef broth, and melty cheese, all simmered together with long-grain rice. Not only is it quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes from start to finish—but it’s also incredibly satisfying and customizable. Top it off with your favorite garnishes like sour cream or guacamole for a dish that the whole family will love. Whether you serve it at a casual gathering or enjoy it as a cozy dinner at home, Cheesy Taco Rice is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2¼ cups beef broth
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice (dry)
- 2 cups shredded cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and cook the ground beef and onion until the beef is no longer pink and the onion is translucent (about 8-10 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- Add minced garlic and taco seasoning; stir for about 30 seconds to combine.
- Mix in beef broth, Rotel, and tomato paste; bring to a boil.
- Stir in the dry rice and return to a boil. Cover and reduce heat; simmer for about 15 minutes until rice absorbs most of the liquid.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top; cook for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Serve hot with toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (210g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg