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Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet
This Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner only takes about 40 minutes from start to finish. It’s perfect for a busy weeknight dinner that’s light on clean-up since it’s cooked in one pot.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 435 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American , Mexican
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 teaspoon oil
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup rice
- 15 ounces diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces black beans, drained
- 15 ounces frozen corn
- 4 ounces diced green chilies
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1½ teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt or sea salt
- 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Pour the oil into the skillet and heat it up. Lightly brown the ground beef in the skillet. Add the onion and soften for a minute or two.
- Add the garlic and stir to combine.
- Add the rice. Stir and cook the rice for a few minutes.
- Add the bell peppers. Combine. Cook an additional minute or two.
- Next, add the beans, corn and green chilies to the skillet.
- Add the tomatoes, spice, salt and pepper. Combine.
- Pour the stock in.
- Cover the skillet and bring it to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Top the casserole with cheese and replace the lid until the cheese is melted. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- What to Serve with it
- What to do with Leftovers
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. The casserole can be frozen for up to two months, but the texture will change.
- Shredded lettuce
- Candied jalapeños or pickled peppers
- Fresh chopped tomatoes
- Sour cream or Mexican creme
- Salsa , pico de gallo or bottled hot sauce
- Sliced avocado or guacamole
- Crushed red pepper flakes
- Corn or flour tortillas
Nutrition Information
Calories
435kcal
(22%)
Carbohydrates
50g
(17%)
Protein
29g
(58%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Trans Fat
0.2g
Cholesterol
63mg
(21%)
Sodium
1044mg
(44%)
Potassium
853mg
(24%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
1336IU
(27%)
Vitamin C
33mg
(37%)
Calcium
256mg
(26%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 435
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 435kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 50g | 17% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 63mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 1044mg | 44% |
| Potassium | 853mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 1336IU | 27% |
| Vitamin C | 33mg | 37% |
| Calcium | 256mg | 26% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.