Description
A one-pan wonder that blends Tex-Mex flavor with Southern soul. Quick, hearty, and endlessly customizable, this taco skillet is a weeknight lifesaver.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
1 can black beans (drained)
1 cup corn kernels
1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 packet taco seasoning
1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, jack, or blend)
Instructions
1. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high. Brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Add diced onion and cook until soft and fragrant, about 4 minutes.
3. Stir in taco seasoning, then add black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Mix until everything is coated and bubbling.
4. Reduce heat to medium-low and sprinkle cheese evenly across the top.
5. Optional: Transfer skillet to broiler for 2–3 minutes to melt and slightly brown the cheese.
6. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced jalapeños, avocado, or cilantro if desired.
Notes
Use ground turkey or lentils for a lighter version.
Top with sour cream, lime juice, or tortilla strips.
To store, cool completely and refrigerate up to 4 days.
For meal prep, keep toppings separate and add fresh when serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: taco skillet, one-pan meal, Tex-Mex dinner, easy taco recipe