Mexican Ground Beef Skillet
A vibrant, one-pan dish that combines juicy ground beef with colorful bell peppers, aromatic spices, and gooey cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this hearty skillet meal is not only simple to prepare but also brings a fiesta of flavors to your table. Serve it over rice or with warm tortillas for a complete dining experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp taco seasoning
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Increase heat and add ground beef. Break it up as it browns; cook until no pink remains.
- Stir in taco seasoning and minced garlic; cook until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Add canned tomatoes with juices; stir well and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top; cover until melted (3-5 minutes).
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot from the skillet.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. Incorporate additional veggies like zucchini or corn to personalize the dish. Make sure to drain excess fat from the beef for a healthier meal.