Recipes With Ground Beef

This easy taco skillet is one of the most popular recipes with ground beef because it is fast, affordable, and made entirely in one pan. Perfect for busy weeknights, it combines seasoned ground beef, tender rice, and tomatoes into a hearty, satisfying meal the whole family will enjoy. If you are searching for easy recipes with ground beef or dependable dinner recipes with ground beef, this dish delivers big flavor using simple pantry ingredients with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup converted rice
• 1 (1-ounce) packet taco seasoning
• 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 cup shredded lettuce

Directions

• Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the ground beef and chopped onion.
• Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the beef is fully browned and the onion is soft. Drain excess fat if needed.
• Stir in the diced tomatoes, water, rice, and taco seasoning until well combined.
• Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
• Cover and simmer for about 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
• Remove from heat and sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese evenly over the top.
• Garnish with shredded lettuce just before serving and serve warm.

Preparation Details

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 45 minutes
• Servings: 4