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Healthy Taco Rice Skillet with Ground Beef

You'll love this quick and easy taco rice. It's packed with protein and fiber, full of flavor and a FAMILY FAVORITE around my house.
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Servings 6
Calories 312 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1lb (454g) lean ground beef (I used 94% lean)
  • 1/2 (125g) onion, diced
  • 1 whole (125g) bell pepper, diced
  • 14.5 oz (121g) can, diced tomatoes (with juice)
  • 4oz (113g) can, green chiles
  • 15oz (425g) can, black beans, drained
  • 1/2 cup (100g) basmati rice (washed and drained)
  • 1 cup water
  • 3/4 cup (84g) cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 taco seasoning packet (or use spices listed below)

Taco Rice Seasoning

  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp oregano

Instructions
 

  • Place a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add your diced peppers and onions, along with the lean ground beef. Crumble and cook until ground beef is brown and onions and peppers are soft, about 6 minutes.
  • Add in taco spices, diced green chiles and the diced tomatoes along with their juices. Stir and cook until liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes.
  • Add in your drained black beans, washed rice, and a cup of water. Once it starts to simmer, turn heat down to low, cover with lid and continue to softly simmer for 15-18 minutes or until rice is cooked through. Stir occasionally.
  • Sprinkle cheese over your rice mixture, put the lid back on, and turn off the heat. Let sit for about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  • Serve with your favorite taco toppings. We recommend shredded lettuce, fresh tomatoes, sour cream, pico de gallo and hot sauce!

NOTE

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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Healthy Taco Rice Skillet with Ground Beef
Amount per Serving
Calories
312
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9
g
14
%
Carbohydrates
 
32
g
11
%
Protein
 
26
g
52
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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