Taco One Skillet Meal Recipe

One-pan wonder! This delicious Taco One-Skillet Meal is quick, easy, and requires minimal cleanup. Enjoy a flavorful and satisfying taco dinner ready in under 40 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 564.6 kcal
Protein 66g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Taco One Skillet Meal

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked long-grain rice
  • 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
  • shredded cheddar cheese, for topping (amount to taste)
  • shredded lettuce, for topping (amount to taste)
  • water (as needed to make 2 1/2 cups liquid with reserved tomato juice)
  • salt and pepper, to taste

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How to Make Taco One Skillet Meal

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef and 1 medium onion (chopped) in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the meat is no longer pink.
  2. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Drain one (14.5 ounce) can of diced tomatoes, reserving the juice.
  4. Add enough water to the reserved tomato juice to measure 2 1/2 cups of liquid.
  5. Add the tomato juice mixture to the skillet.
  6. Stir in 1 1/2 cups uncooked long-grain rice, one (1 ounce) packet of taco seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is cooked through.
  8. Remove from heat and stir gently. Top each serving with shredded cheddar cheese (amount to taste) and shredded lettuce (amount to taste).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

63g

Carbs

15g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Taco One Skillet Meal?

Taco One Skillet Meal takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Taco One Skillet Meal?

Taco One Skillet Meal has approximately 564.6 calories per serving, with about 66 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 41 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Taco One Skillet Meal?

The key ingredients for Taco One Skillet Meal are Ground Beef, Onion, Diced Tomatoes, Long Grain Rice, Taco Seasoning, Cheddar Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.

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