Tex-Mex Ground Beef Skillet
A quick and easy one-pot meal packed with flavor, featuring ground beef, beans, and colorful vegetables.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Lean ground beef works best for this recipe.
- 1 medium onion, chopped Can use yellow, white, or red onion.
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen) Fresh corn is preferred for better texture.
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning Adjust to taste.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cheddar cheese, shredded (optional) For topping.
- Cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked.
- Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
- Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is heated through.
- If desired, top with shredded cheddar cheese and cover until melted.
- Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
This dish is customizable to suit different tastes. Add jalapeños for heat or switch proteins according to preference.