Spanish Rice with Ground Beef
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
413 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Mexican
Spanish Rice with Ground Beef
Description
This Spanish Rice with Ground Beef starts by browning ground beef with onions to build savory depth. Adding long-grain rice with taco seasoning allows the rice to toast slightly before simmering, enhancing flavor and texture. The mixture is combined with black beans, diced tomatoes with chiles, tomato sauce, and chicken broth, creating a rich and slightly spicy cooking liquid.
The dish simmers covered to let the rice absorb the liquids, becoming tender and infused with the seasonings. After fluffing, it’s finished with shredded cheese melted on top for a creamy, rich finish that complements the robust and slightly tangy flavors of the tomato base.
This recipe can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen for later meals, reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave to preserve its texture. It is filling enough to serve as a main course, accompanied by simple sides or a salad for freshness.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cups long-grain rice white
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 14 ounces black beans
- 28 ounces chicken broth
- 10 ounces diced tomatoes with chiles
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 cup cheese shredded
Instructions
- In a large, deep walled skillet, cook onions and beef together over medium-high heat until beef is browned.
- Add rice and taco seasoning, and cook an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly so the rice doesn't stick to the pan.
- Add chicken broth, beans, tomatoes with chiles, and tomato sauce. Stir well to combine. Bring to a boil, cover with lid, and reduce heat to low.
- Lightly simmer for 20 minutes, keeping the lid in place. Remove lid and fluff rice with a fork. Season with salt and pepper.
- Top with cheese, then cover again for another 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve.
Notes
- Store the dish in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 to 6 days.
- Reheat in the microwave or on the stove over medium heat until warmed through.
- It freezes well in airtight containers for 4 to 6 months, allowing convenient make-ahead meals.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 413 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 413kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 68mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 466mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 852mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 490IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 195mg | 20% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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