Cheesy Mexican Rice Skillet

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this vibrant and satisfying Cheesy Mexican Rice Skillet—a one-pan wonder packed with bold flavors and ooey-gooey cheese! This easy recipe combines seasoned ground beef (or turkey or black beans for a vegetarian twist), colorful bell peppers, tender long-grain rice, and zesty taco seasoning, all simmered to perfection in a flavorful broth. Topped with a generous layer of melted cheddar cheese, this dish is a comfort food masterpiece that's ready in just 40 minutes. Serve it straight from the skillet with optional garnishes like fresh cilantro and sour cream for a fiesta-worthy meal that's perfect for busy nights. Whether you're feeding a family or meal-prepping for the week, this quick and cheesy Tex-Mex-inspired recipe is sure to be a hit.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey or black beans for vegetarian)
• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and bell peppers. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef (or turkey, or black beans if making vegetarian) to the skillet. Cook until the meat is browned and crumbled, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the rice, tomato sauce, broth, taco seasoning, and corn. Mix well, making sure the rice is fully submerged in the liquid.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

Cover again and let the cheese melt for 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Optionally, garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with a dollop of sour cream on the side.

Step 10

Enjoy your Cheesy Mexican Rice Skillet!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2304.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3194.5

Total Fat 219.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 665.0mg	0%
Sodium 8546.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 146.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.6g	0%
Total Sugars 27.4g
Protein 156.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1981.0mg	0%
Iron 16.4mg	0%
Potassium 2504.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.0%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 18.3%