Taco Rice
This Taco Rice is an easy one-pan dinner made with seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, salsa, and melted cheese. It has all the flavors of taco night in a simple, budget-friendly meal that comes together with pantry staples.
Servings: 4
Cost: $9.15, $2.29 per Servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1½ cups long-grain rice
- 3 cups water
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large, deep skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in 1 cup Salsa, 1 packet taco seasoning, 3 cups water, and 1½ cups long-grain rice.
- Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15–18 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese until combined.
- Remove from heat and serve warm.
Notes
Substitute ground turkey for a lighter option.
Add beans or corn for extra texture and flavor.
To use Minute Rice: Reduce water to 1½ cups and cook the beef with taco seasoning and water first.
Bring to a boil, stir in the rice, remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 5 minutes. Then stir in salsa and cheese.
Nutrition
Calories: 692kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 109mg | Sodium: 1405mg | Potassium: 575mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1416IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 263mg | Iron: 4mg
