Cheesy Fiesta Taco Rice (Print Version)
Ground beef, cheese, rice, beans, and fiesta flavors combine in a satisfying, comforting skillet dinner.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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2 teaspoons chili powder
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon dried cilantro
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1 medium onion, chopped
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1 tablespoon minced garlic
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1 can (10 ounces) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
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1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
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1 can (10 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
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1 can (10 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 1/2 cups chicken broth or beef broth
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1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked and rinsed
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2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
→ Serving and Topping
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Sour cream, as desired
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Fresh cilantro, chopped, as desired
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Pico de gallo, as desired
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Taco sauce, as desired
# Instructions:
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef together with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, dried cilantro, and chopped onion, stirring frequently until the beef is thoroughly cooked and the onions are softened.
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Drain excess grease from the cooked beef mixture to ensure a balanced texture.
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Add the minced garlic, Rotel tomatoes with their juices, tomato sauce, black beans, corn, chicken or beef broth, and uncooked rice to the skillet. Stir well to evenly distribute all components.
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Cover the skillet with a lid and cook on medium-low heat for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the rice is tender and fully cooked.
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Blend half of the shredded Colby Jack cheese into the rice mixture, stirring until melted.
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Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the surface. Let it melt with the residual heat or place the skillet briefly under a broiler until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
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Serve warm, garnishing each portion with sour cream, taco sauce, fresh cilantro, and pico de gallo as preferred. Accompany with tortilla chips if desired.
# Notes:
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For optimal flavor, allow the rice to absorb the liquid completely before adding the cheese topping. Stirring the rice once during simmering prevents sticking and ensures even cooking.