Description
This Ground Beef Taco Skillet is your one-pan solution for busy nights packed with seasoned beef, melty cheese, beans, and veggies, all tossed together for a taco-inspired dinner without the mess. It’s fast, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for flavor)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado, cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook for 6–8 minutes, breaking it up until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in taco seasoning, salt, and pepper, mixing well to coat all the ingredients.
- Add black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Stir and let simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top. Cover the skillet and cook for 1–2 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings like sour cream, avocado, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime.
Notes
Swap beef for turkey or chicken for a lighter version. Add jalapeños or chipotle powder for heat. Skip the beans and corn for low-carb. Great for meal prep — just reheat with a splash of water or broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg