Mexican Skillet Dinner
Bring bold flavors to your table with this quick and hearty Mexican Skillet Dinner—a one-pan meal that's perfect for busy weeknights! Packed with lean ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, black beans, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, this dish delivers a fiesta of flavors in just 30 minutes. The addition of taco seasoning and melted shredded cheddar cheese creates a crave-worthy Tex-Mex profile, while cooked rice and sweet corn make it wonderfully filling. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with tangy lime wedges for a refreshing twist. Whether you're meal prepping or feeding the family, this easy skillet dinner is a flavorful solution that satisfies every craving. Keywords: Mexican Skillet Dinner, one-pan dinner, quick and easy recipe, Tex-Mex skillet, ground beef recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 can (15 oz) canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (10 oz) canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 2 cups white or brown rice, cooked
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 4 pieces lime wedges (for serving)
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed.
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften.
Stir in the taco seasoning, ensuring the beef and vegetables are evenly coated with the spices.
Add the black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and frozen corn to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer for 5 minutes.
Gently fold in the cooked rice, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the dish.
Taste and season with salt and pepper to your preference.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover the skillet with a lid and allow the cheese to melt, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, if desired.
Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2580 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.0 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.7 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 402 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 5018 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 285.8 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.5 g | 173% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.6 g | ||
| Protein | 170.4 g | 341% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1183 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 3064 mg | 65% | |
*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.
