Description
Taco Rice is a simple and flavorful one-pan dish that brings the tastes of taco night to the dinner table with ease. This dish combines seasoned ground beef, tender Minute Rice, tangy salsa, and melted cheese into a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Cook the Ground Beef:
In a large skillet, brown and crumble the ground beef over medium heat. Drain any excess grease. - Add Taco Seasoning and Water:
Add the taco seasoning and water to the skillet. Stir well to combine, and bring the mixture to a boil. - Add the Rice:
Once the mixture is boiling, reduce the heat and stir in the uncooked Minute Rice. - Cook the Rice:
Cover the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid. - Stir in Salsa and Cheese:
After the rice is cooked, remove the lid and stir in the salsa and shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined. - Serve:
Turn off the heat, and the Taco Rice is ready to serve!
Notes
- Customization: Feel free to add more toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or fresh cilantro to suit your taste.
- Alternative Protein: You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Spicier Version: For added heat, use spicy salsa or add some diced jalapeños when mixing in the salsa and cheese.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg