Mexican Skillet
Discover the ultimate one-pan dinner with this flavorful Mexican Skillet! Packed with hearty ground beef or turkey, vibrant bell peppers, black beans, sweet corn, and a medley of bold spices like chili powder and smoked paprika, this dish delivers all the zesty flavors of Mexican cuisine in just 35 minutes. Topped with melty Mexican blend cheese and fresh cilantro, it's perfect for a quick family meal or an easy weeknight dinner. Serve it straight from the skillet with lime wedges for a citrusy burst, or pair it with tortillas, rice, or tortilla chips for a customizable feast. This easy and satisfying recipe is as versatile as it is delicious, making it a must-try for any lover of bold and comforting meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro, for garnish
- 2 lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices), black beans, and frozen corn to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the mixture. Stir well to ensure everything is coated with seasoning.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the shredded Mexican blend cheese evenly across the top of the skillet. Cover with a lid and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.
Enjoy your Mexican Skillet as is, or pair it with warm tortillas, rice, or tortilla chips!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2192 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.9 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.9 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 429 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 4186 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.3 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.3 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.4 g | ||
| Protein | 117.6 g | 235% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1148 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 20.7 mg | 115% | |
| Potassium | 3310 mg | 70% | |
*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.
