Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Taco Rice Recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan meal combines seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and gooey cheese into a delightful blend of flavors and textures. With minimal cleanup and a cooking time of just 30 minutes, it’s an easy solution for satisfying those cravings. Customize each serving with your favorite toppings like sour cream or guacamole for a personalized touch that will impress family and friends. Whether you’re hosting a casual gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, this cheesy taco rice is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2¼ cups beef broth
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 2 cups shredded cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and diced onion; cook until the beef is browned and onions are translucent (about 8–10 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- Stir in minced garlic and taco seasoning; cook for an additional 30 seconds to release flavors.
- Pour in beef broth, Rotel, and tomato paste; stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- Add dry rice, return to a boil, then cover and reduce heat. Cook on low for 15 minutes.
- Uncover and sprinkle cheese on top; cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg