Yield: 4

Cheesy Beef Mexican Rice Recipe

This tasty cheesy beef Mexican rice recipe is a perfect all-in-one meal that is ready in no time and ideal for being a kid-friendly meal!

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 (15 oz) can whole kernel corn
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 8 oz tomato sauce
  • 1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking up clumps as it cooks, for 4 to 5 minutes.
  2. Drain any excess grease off the meat and set aside the cooked beef.
  3. To the pan, add the onions and cook, stirring regularly for 2 to 3 minutes. red onions in white skillet
  4. Return the ground beef to the pan and add in the taco seasoning, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir to combine.
  5. Then, add in the tomato sauce, salsa, beef stock, water, and rice. Stir to combine. rice in skillet with tomato sauce
  6. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat then add in the whole kernel corn.
  7. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 to 18 minutes, checking and stirring regularly to make sure the rice isn't sticking. rice beef corn and sauce mixed together in skillet
  8. Top with cheddar cheese and let stand for 5 minutes before serving. skillet of Mexican rice on table by tortillas with large bowl of tortilla chips

Notes

Add bell peppers or jalapenos for more flavor.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 551Total Fat: 30gSaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 129mgSodium: 1871mgCarbohydrates: 28gFiber: 3gSugar: 6gProtein: 41g