Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this taco skillet—a quick, one-pan dish that combines juicy ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and gooey cheese for a fiesta on your dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is customizable to suit your cravings. Serve it with crunchy tortilla chips and a dollop of sour cream for a meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors, chopped)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Tortilla chips (for serving)
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt (for serving)
Instructions
- Chop bell peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Add onions and bell peppers along with taco seasoning; sauté until vegetables soften, about 3-5 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the mixture; cover and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until melted.
- Serve with tortilla chips and top with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. Add black beans for extra fiber and protein. Experiment with toppings like avocado or fresh cilantro to elevate flavor.