Cheesy Taco Rice Recipe
This Cheesy Taco Rice recipe combines savory ground beef, flavorful taco seasoning, and melted cheese with tender rice to create a comforting and easy one-pan meal perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 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 (any variety)
Instructions
- Brown beef and onions: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil, ground beef, and onion. Cook until beef is browned and onions are translucent (about 8-10 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- Add garlic and seasoning: Stir in garlic and taco seasoning; cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add liquids and tomato paste: Add beef broth, Rotel, and tomato paste; bring to a boil.
- Cook rice: Stir in rice; return to a boil then cover and reduce heat. Simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
- Melt cheese: Sprinkle cheese over the rice mixture and let it melt for about 5 minutes before serving.
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