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Mexican Ground Beef Skillet

Savor the Easy Mexican Ground Beef Skillet in 30 Minutes

This Mexican Ground Beef Skillet combines ground beef, colorful veggies, and zesty spices, resulting in a quick and customizable dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Base
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with crumbled tofu or black beans for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 can Black Beans Can substitute with kidney beans for variety.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Essential for the aromatic base.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Can use garlic powder in a pinch.
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium Green Bell Pepper Swap with any color bell pepper or omit for fewer calories.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Substitutable with other bell peppers if desired.
  • 1 cup Corn Fresh corn can be used when in season.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cans Diced Tomatoes Any canned tomatoes work well.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies Omit for a milder dish.
  • 1 cup Beef Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian version.
For Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning Homemade mixtures can be used instead.
For Toppings
  • ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro Omit if cilantro isn’t preferred.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Try Monterey Jack or pepper jack for a different flavor.
  • Optional Toppings Sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and tortilla chips for additional customization.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart as it browns. Drain excess grease.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: Add chopped yellow onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender and fragrant.
  3. Incorporate the Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Mix in Beans and Corn: Add black beans and corn, stirring well to combine and heat through for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add the Tomatoes and Chilies: Pour in diced tomatoes and chilies, stir thoroughly and allow juices to create a rich sauce.
  6. Season the Mixture: Sprinkle taco seasoning and stir to distribute. Cook for another minute to bloom the spices.
  7. Pour in the Beef Broth: Integrate beef broth, bring to a gentle simmer over low heat for about 15-20 minutes.
  8. Top with Cheese: Once the timer goes off, remove from heat and sprinkle shredded cheese on top, covering with a lid.
  9. Garnish and Serve: Add fresh cilantro on top and serve directly from the skillet or plate portions with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Ensure the ground beef is fully browned and avoid burning garlic while sautéing to maintain flavor balance.

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