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A vibrant and delicious taco rice bowl with seasoned ground beef, rice, and colorful toppings offers a quick and healthy dinner idea.

Easy Taco Rice Bowl

This Easy Taco Rice Bowl is a quick and customizable meal perfect for busy weeknights. Made with seasoned ground meat, rice, beans, corn, and your favorite toppings, it's a healthy and budget-friendly dinner the whole family will love. Ready in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef, turkey, or chicken
  • 1 cup cooked rice white, brown, or cauliflower rice
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 cup frozen or canned corn, drained
  • Salsa, to taste
  • Shredded cheese, to taste
  • Chopped tomatoes, to taste
  • Shredded lettuce, to taste
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt, to taste
  • Avocado slices, to taste
  • Pickled onions, to taste
  • Lime wedges, to taste
  • Cilantro, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • spoon or spatula
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Can opener
  • Rice cooker or saucepan (for rice)
  • Bowls for serving
  • Small bowl (for taco seasoning)

Method
 

  1. Cook the rice according to package directions. If using leftover rice, skip this step.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the ground meat and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Add the taco seasoning to the cooked meat and stir well to combine. Cook for another minute or two, allowing the seasoning to bloom.
  5. Stir in the black beans and corn. Cook for a few minutes, until heated through.
  6. Divide the cooked rice among bowls.
  7. Top with the seasoned meat mixture, salsa, and your favorite toppings.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the taco seasoning or top with jalapeños. To make it vegetarian, substitute the meat with crumbled tofu or lentils. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or skillet. Get creative with toppings like crumbled tortilla chips, guacamole, or pickled red onions. To make your own taco seasoning, mix together 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.