Taco Rice Skillet (Printable Version)
Skip the mess with this one-pot taco rice featuring juicy seasoned beef, gooey cheddar, and fresh pico for the ultimate family meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Flavorful Beef Mix
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1 medium onion, diced
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1 teaspoon dried cilantro
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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2 teaspoons chili powder
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1 pound ground beef
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1 tablespoon garlic, minced
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¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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½ teaspoon salt
→ Rice and Tomato Sauce Blend
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2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with chilies
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1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
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1½ cups beef broth
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1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
→ Zesty Pico Mixture
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½ medium onion, finely diced
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2 limes, juiced
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Salt and pepper to taste
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4 small tomatoes, diced
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½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
# Steps:
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Chop up the tomatoes, jalapeño, and onion into small pieces. Toss these with the lime juice, cilantro, a pinch of salt, and a dash of pepper in a bowl. Cover and let this chill in the fridge until you're ready to eat.
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Heat a big skillet on medium heat. Toss the beef in and crumble it up as it browns. Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, cayenne, cumin, chili powder, and dried cilantro to get everything seasoned.
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Stir in the diced onion to the beef mixture. Let it all cook for 5-7 minutes until the onions are soft and the meat is fully done. Spoon out any extra grease if needed.
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Stir in the Rotel tomatoes, garlic, tomato sauce, uncooked rice, and beef broth. Mix everything up well to combine.
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Put a lid on your skillet and turn the heat to low. Let this cook for 15-20 minutes. Check and stir a few times so the rice doesn't stick, and cook until the liquid is mostly gone.
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Take the skillet off the heat and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Either let it melt naturally or broil it for 2-3 minutes if you want it bubbly and golden.
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Spoon into bowls while it's hot and top with the cool pico de gallo. Pair it with tortilla chips on the side if you'd like.
# Notes:
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This is a hassle-free one-pan meal that’s ideal for weeknight dinners.
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Make the pico early and pop it in the fridge to save time later.
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Make sure to give the rice a stir now and then to avoid sticking.
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Extra toppings like avocado slices or dollops of sour cream are great additions!