Description
Quick & easy Beef Taco Skillet! Ground beef, veggies, beans, corn, & melted cheese make it perfect for dipping, tacos, or rice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), undrained
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 ounce)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, chopped cilantro, green onions, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the rinsed and drained black beans, drained corn, and diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel).
- Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the mixture and add the water. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.
- Cover the skillet again and let it sit for a few minutes, until the cheese is melted and gooey. Alternatively, broil for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
- Serve with tortilla chips, as taco filling, over rice, in burrito bowls, or as a salad topping. Add your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use 80/20 ground beef for the best flavor.
- Don’t overcook the vegetables; they should be tender-crisp.
- Adjust taco seasoning to your taste.
- Freshly shredded cheese melts better.
- Customize toppings to your liking.
- Make ahead: Prepare and refrigerate for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Add heat with a diced jalapeño.
- Make it vegetarian with tofu or plant-based ground.
- Add other vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms.
- Variations: Try chicken, turkey, spicy, creamy, or extra cheesy versions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes