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Delicious Mexican beef and rice skillet cooked with fresh ingredients.

Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet

A cozy one-pan meal combining ground beef, rice, beans, tomatoes, and corn, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup rice (long-grain white recommended) See notes for substitutions
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz) Fire-roasted tomatoes can be used for more flavor
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth Low-sodium if preferred
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1–2 tablespoons olive oil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened (about 3–4 minutes).
  3. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart, and cook until browned.
  4. Stir in the rice, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
  6. Simmer for about 20 minutes, until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
  7. Fluff with a fork, serve warm.

Notes

For meal prep, divide into four 2-cup portions or into six smaller 1 to 1.5-cup servings. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to 3–4 days.