Skillet Fiesta Dinner
Get ready to spice up your dinner routine with this crowd-pleasing Skillet Fiesta Dinner, a one-pan wonder that combines bold Mexican-inspired flavors with effortless cooking. Perfect for busy weeknights, this hearty dish features savory ground beef, tender vegetables, and perfectly seasoned rice simmered in a blend of chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and black beans. The skillet is topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and finished with optional fresh garnishes like cilantro, avocado slices, and lime wedges, adding a burst of color and freshness to every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes and packed with protein and vibrant spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika, this recipe is a flavorful, fuss-free meal that the whole family will love. It’s as satisfying as it is simple, making it the ultimate go-to for quick, comforting dinners with a fiesta flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes, undrained
- 15 ounces canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional for garnish)
- 2 lime wedges (optional for serving)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Sprinkle in the cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the beef and vegetables are evenly coated with the spices.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), black beans, uncooked rice, and chicken or vegetable broth. Stir everything together until well combined.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once the rice is cooked, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover the skillet again and let it sit for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Garnish with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, and lime wedges if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your Skillet Fiesta Dinner!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
752 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.5 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.6 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 109 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 1581 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 39.1 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 319 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 952 mg | 20% | |
*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.
