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Cheesy Nacho Beef Dinner
Cheesy Nacho Beef Skillet is a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish that captures the bold, comforting flavors of Tex-Mex cooking in a simple one-pan meal. Combining seasoned ground beef, rice, beans, corn, and salsa, it creates a rich and satisfying base, finished with melted cheddar cheese and cool sour cream for balance. This type of skillet meal became popular in mid-to-late 20th-century American kitchens, when convenience and flavor were equally valued. It’s beloved for its adaptability, affordability, and ability to bring together familiar pantry staples into a warm, satisfying dinner that feels both casual and indulgent.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican, Tex-Mex
Servings 6
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ lb ground beef
  • ½ cup Spanish rice mix (or uncooked vermicelli rice)
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup corn (canned or frozen)
  • 1 cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 pkt taco seasoning mix
  • 1 cup tomatoes (chopped )
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded )
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup salsa
  • Tortilla chips (for serving)

Instructions
 

Step 1: Brown the Beef

  • Sauté vermicelli rice mix with ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook until the beef is fully browned.

Step 2: Add Base Ingredients

  • Stir in water, salsa, corn, black beans, and taco seasoning.
  • Bring mixture to a boil.

Step 3: Simmer

  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until rice is tender.

Step 4: Add Tomatoes

  • Stir in chopped tomatoes.

Step 5: Finish and Serve

  • Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
  • Add sour cream before serving.
  • Serve with tortilla chips or wrapped in warm tortillas.

Tips

  • Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option
  • Use brown rice for added fiber
  • Add jalapeños for extra heat
  • Swap cheddar for pepper jack cheese
  • Stir in avocado slices before serving
  • Make it vegetarian by omitting beef and adding more beans
  • Use fresh corn when in season
  • Add bell peppers or onions for extra flavor
  • Top with cilantro for freshness

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 22gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 520mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 3.5mg
Keyword cheesy, comfort food, easy dinner, family meal, one pot meal, skillet recipe, Tex-Mex
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