$3.19 a serving · 25 min
- Under 30 min
- One pan
- Makes leftovers
- Gluten-free
- Nut-free
- High protein
- PCOS-friendly
- Anti-inflammatory
- IBS / Low-FODMAP
- Thyroid-friendly
- Mexican-inspired
- Family friendly
- Comfort food
- Beef
Cost is the ingredients you actually use. About $12.76 if you cook for four.
- Protein
- 32g
- Carbs
- 54g
- Time
- 25 min
Ingredients
Per serving, grouped the way the store is laid out.
Produce
- Bell peppers1
Meat & seafood
- Ground beef5 oz
Dairy & eggs
- Cheddar1 oz
Pantry
- Rice2 oz
- Canned diced tomatoes1
- Vegetable oil2 tsp
Spices
- Ground cumin1 tsp
- Smoked paprika1 tsp
- Salt & pepper1 tsp
How to cook it
- 1
Cook the rice. Brown the beef in oil with diced pepper, cumin, and paprika.
- 2
Stir in tomatoes. Simmer 6 minutes.
- 3
Fold through rice, scatter cheddar, lid on until it melts.
People also ask
- What to serve with Beef taco skillet with rice and cheddar?
- Lemon garlic chicken sheet-pan, Chicken fajitas, or Thai green chicken curry. Those sit in the same style as Beef taco skillet with rice and cheddar and keep the grocery list from exploding.
- Can you meal prep Beef taco skillet with rice and cheddar?
- Yes. Beef taco skillet with rice and cheddar holds for 3–4 days in the fridge. Cook a double batch and lunch is already done. beef and the sides reheat without falling apart.
- How long does Beef taco skillet with rice and cheddar last in the fridge?
- 3–4 days sealed. Freeze leftover portions for up to a month if you made a big batch.
- Is Beef taco skillet with rice and cheddar gluten-free?
- Yes. Beef taco skillet with rice and cheddar is gluten free.
- Is Beef taco skillet with rice and cheddar high protein?
- Yes. 32g of protein a serving from beef.
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