Mexican Beef & Rice Skillet

Servings: 4 Total Time: 40 mins Difficulty: Beginner
Mexican Beef & Rice Skillet

This Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet is a one-pan, 30 minute easy dinner that you’ll make over and over. Your family will love it! 

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 25 mins Total Time 40 mins
Servings: 4
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Main:

Toppings:

Method

  1. Heat a little olive oil in a large skillet, then add the onion and cook until softened.
  2. Add the ground beef and cook until no longer pink, then add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  3. Add the taco seasoning and chilli flakes (adjust to taste), stir to combine, then add the rice and stir through for about 1 minute.
  4. Add the diced tomatoes, bell peppers, kidney beans and sweetcorn. Season with salt and pepper and stir to combine.
  5. Add the chicken stock and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is cooked. Stir through every now and again. Turn of heat.
  6. Open the lid, sprinkle on both cheeses, then cover and let it rest for 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  7. Serve and garnish with tomatoes and avocado or your favourite taco toppings.
  8. Enjoy!