Cheesy Fiesta Taco Rice
This one-pot Cheesy Fiesta Taco Rice is your new weeknight hero — a quick, satisfying Tex-Mex dinner loaded with seasoned meat, rice, beans, veggies, and melty cheese. It's hearty, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes.
Equipment
- Large skillet or Dutch oven
- Measuring cups
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup uncooked white rice rinsed
- 1 packet taco seasoning or homemade
- 1 cup salsa or diced tomatoes
- 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn frozen or canned, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blend
- 2 cups broth or water
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven, cook ground meat over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in taco seasoning, corn, black beans, and salsa or tomatoes. Cook for 2 minutes to combine.
- Add the rice and broth. Stir, bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Remove the lid and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Cover for a few minutes until melted.
- Serve with optional toppings like sour cream, avocado, cilantro, jalapeño, or lime.
Notes
Make it vegetarian by skipping the meat and doubling the beans. Use fire-roasted tomatoes for more depth. Great for leftovers and meal prep.