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One pot taco rice skillet with ground beef, rice, black beans, corn, and melted cheddar cheese in a cast iron skillet.

One Pot Taco Rice Skillet

This one pot taco rice skillet is packed with bold flavor, hearty ingredients, and melty cheese in every bite. It’s a quick, easy dinner made in one pan that your whole family will ask for again and again.
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Course Dinner Ideas
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper diced
  • 1 small jalapeño diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 taco seasoning packet
  • 1 –2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 –2 teaspoons onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can whole kernel corn drained
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 –2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
  • Add diced onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Stir in the uncooked rice, beef broth, corn, black beans, and Rotel. Mix everything together.
  • Bring to a light boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Cover for a few minutes until melted.
  • Serve warm straight from the skillet for an easy, no-fuss dinner.