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Cheesy Taco Rice (The Easiest One-Pan Dinner!)

This Cheesy Taco Rice is the ultimate one-pan weeknight dinner! Ready in 30 minutes, this easy recipe combines seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and gooey melted cheese for a meal the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef 85/15 lean
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 1 oz taco seasoning 1 packet
  • 2.5 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup salsa your favorite kind
  • 2 cups shredded cheese blend Cheddar and Monterey Jack
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, cilantro, jalapeños

Equipment

  • 1 Large skillet or Dutch oven

Instructions
 

  1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and onion over medium-high heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add the uncooked rice and taco seasoning, stirring to toast the rice for 1 minute.
  3. Pour in the beef broth and salsa. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
  4. Remove from heat. Sprinkle the cheese over the top, cover the skillet, and let it stand for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.
  5. Garnish with your favorite toppings and serve immediately.

Notes

For the best melt, shred your own cheese from a block.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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