Description
A quick and easy beef taco skillet that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or gatherings, adaptable to suit your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound of ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) of corn, drained
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) of diced tomatoes
- 1 packet of taco seasoning
- 1 cup of shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- Tortilla chips or taco shells for serving
Instructions
- Cook the beef: In a large skillet, over medium heat, add the ground beef. Break it up with a spatula as it cooks. Season it with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook until it is browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add onion and garlic: Once the beef is browned, add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Mix in the beans and corn: Stir in the drained black beans and corn. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
- Add tomatoes and seasoning: Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and sprinkle the taco seasoning over the mixture. Stir everything together.
- Simmer: Lower the heat and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, so the flavors meld together. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Add cheese: Turn off the heat and sprinkle the shredded cheese on top. Cover the skillet for a few minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
- Garnish: Once the cheese is melted, remove the cover and garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if using.
- Serve: Spoon the mixture into taco shells or serve it with tortilla chips. Enjoy!
Notes
Use lean meat for a healthier option. For a vegetarian version, substitute the meat with more beans or lentils.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: taco, beef, quick meal, easy recipes, skillet dish