Description
Taco Rice is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal combining seasoned ground beef with tender rice, salsa, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a satisfying dinner in under 30 minutes, it brings the vibrant flavors of a taco into a comforting rice dish.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups Minute Rice, uncooked
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a large skillet, brown and crumble the ground beef over medium-high heat. Cook until fully browned and no longer pink, then drain off any excess grease to reduce fat content.
- Add seasoning and water: Stir in the taco seasoning packet and 2 cups of water. Mix well and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Add rice and cook: Once boiling, reduce heat to low and stir in the uncooked Minute Rice. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for about 5 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
- Mix in salsa and cheese: Remove the lid, then gently stir in the salsa and shredded cheddar cheese until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding diced onions or bell peppers when browning the beef.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Use low-sodium taco seasoning and salsa to reduce the sodium content if desired.
- Minute Rice cooks quickly, so keep an eye on it to avoid overcooking.
- Feel free to top with fresh cilantro, avocado slices, or sour cream for added texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
