Description
This One-Pan Mexican Rice Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that combines savory ground beef, aromatic spices, and cheesy goodness in a single skillet. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, this flavorful dish is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Meat and Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet, cook ground beef, onion, and bell pepper until browned. Add garlic and sauté.
- Cook the Rice: Stir in rice, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chicken broth, and seasonings. Simmer covered until rice is tender.
- Finish the Dish: Mix in corn, top with cheese, and cook until melted. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
Notes
- You can customize this dish with different proteins like chorizo or chicken, and add black beans or jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan / Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
