Description
A heartwarming blend of taco flavors and comforting rice topped with melting cheese, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2¼ cups beef broth
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel (diced tomatoes and green chilies)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1½ cups long-grain white rice
- 2 cups shredded cheese (your choice)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and diced onion; cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is no longer pink.
- Add minced garlic and taco seasoning; cook for another 30 seconds.
- Stir in beef broth, Rotel, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, then stir in rice.
- Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Uncover, sprinkle cheese on top, cover again, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting. Adjust the spice level according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: cheesy rice, taco rice, easy dinner, family meal, comfort food