Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet - Easy One-Pan Dinner
A quick and delicious one-pan Mexican beef and rice skillet, perfect for busy weeknights.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in uncooked rice, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and tomato sauce.
- Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, cover, and let it melt.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.