Taco Skillet (low-carb/Keto)
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4.6
Taco Skillet (low-carb/Keto)
Description
The Taco Skillet recipe combines browned ground beef with diced bell peppers and onions cooked until tender, then flavored with a blend of taco seasoning and water to concentrate the spices. Drained canned diced tomatoes with green chiles add a subtle tomato and pepper note while providing moisture that cooks down almost completely. Topped with shredded cheddar cheese melted over the hot skillet, the dish offers a rich, savory flavor profile with a mix of textures from the juicy meat and tender vegetables to the creamy melted cheese.
This skillet meal suits low-carb or keto dietary preferences by omitting high-carb ingredients like tortillas or beans. It can be served as is or topped with extras such as guacamole, sour cream, or other favored condiments to enhance the experience according to personal preference.
The recipe benefits from stirring frequently during cooking to ensure even browning and the reduction of liquid for a more concentrated flavor. Covering to melt the cheese ensures a gooey topping that adds creaminess to each bite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup bell pepper any color, diced
- 3/4 /4 cup yellow onion diced
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1/2 /2 cup water
- 1 diced tomatoes with green chiles 14 ounce can, drained
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- guacamole sour cream, etc, optional toppings
Instructions
- In large non-stick skillet, cook beef, bell peppers, and yellow onion over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until meat is thoroughly cooked and veggies are tender; drain. Stir in water and taco seasoning mix; heat to boiling. Cook until water is absorbed.
- Add the tomatoes and cook until liquid is gone. Sprinkle the cheddar cheese on and let it melt by covering with a lid. Top with desired toppings and eat.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 343 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of recipe | |
| Calories | 343kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 102mg | 34% |
| Sodium | 510mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 630mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 1104IU | 22% |
| Vitamin C | 35mg | 39% |
| Calcium | 249mg | 25% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
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