Easy Ground Beef Taco Skillet Recipe
A quick and flavorful ground beef taco skillet ready in 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights and casual dinners.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mix of red and green)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning (blend of cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, cayenne)
- 1 can (14.5 oz / 400 g) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro and lime for garnish
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
- Add diced onions and bell peppers to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and fragrant.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
- Add ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a spatula and cook for 6-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning evenly over the beef and veggies. Stir well to coat.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and drained black beans. Stir and let simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the skillet. Cover with a lid or foil and let cheese melt for 2-3 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice.
Notes
Use a well-seasoned cast iron pan if you don’t have a non-stick skillet. For dairy-free, skip cheese or use plant-based alternative. Drain excess fat after browning beef to avoid sogginess. Cover skillet with foil and heavy lid if not oven-safe to melt cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 32
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