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Cheesy Taco Rice Recipe

Cheesy Taco Rice Recipe

Cheesy Taco Rice is a one-pan wonder that combines the bold flavors of tacos with the creamy, comforting goodness of cheese and rice. It’s hearty, flavorful, and incredibly easy to throw together, making it perfect for busy weeknights or low-effort weekend meals. Whether you serve it solo, in a burrito, or alongside your favorite Mexican dishes, it’s always a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb of ground beef
  • 1/2 tsp salt and pepper
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp each of cumin dried cilantro
  • 1 diced onion
  • 1 TBSP of minced garlic
  • 1 10 oz can of Rotel
  • 1 8 oz can of tomato sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups of beef broth
  • 1 cup of long grain white rice uncooked
  • 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 small tomatoes diced
  • 1/2 onion diced
  • 1 jalapeño diced
  • 1/2 a bunch of cilantro
  • 2 limes squeezed
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet on medium high heat, add all seasonings, and the onion.
  2. Let that cook until beef is cooked through and onions have softened.
  3. Drain any grease from the skillet.
  4. Add Rotel, tomato sauce, minced garlic, beef broth, and uncooked rice to the skillet.
  5. Stir well, cover with a lid, and cook on medium low heat for about 15-20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
  6. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and let melt or pop in the oven on broil.
  7. Serve and top with fresh pico & tortilla chips. Enjoy!
  8. Chop the tomatoes, onions, and jalapeno.
  9. Add all ingredients to a bowl and stir together. Add in squeezed lime juice, cilantro, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  10. Put the Pico de Gallo in the refrigerator until the Cheesy Taco Rice is ready. This can also be prepped ahead of time!