Ground Beef Taco Skillet
Clean-out-the-pantry, everyone's-happy dinner.
$18.61 total
Ingredients & Cost Breakdown
| 1 lb ground beef | $10.89 |
| Taco seasoning | $0.46 |
| 1 can black beans | $1.09 |
| 1 cup rice | $0.40 |
| 1 can diced tomatoes | $0.98 |
| 1 cup shredded cheese | $1.61 |
| Tortillas or chips for serving | $1.38 |
| Steamed green beans, side | $1.80 |
| Total | $18.61 |
Shopping List
Exactly what to grab at the store — whole units, no guessing at "half an onion."
- 1 lb ground beef
- Taco seasoning
- 1 can black beans
- 1 cup rice
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Tortillas or chips for serving
- Steamed green beans, side
How to Make It
- Brown ground beef in a large skillet, drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning, beans, tomatoes, rice, and 1.5 cups water.
- Cover and simmer 15–18 minutes until rice is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Top with cheese, cover 2 minutes to melt.
- Serve with tortillas or chips.
- Serve with steamed green beans on the side.
No-Time-For-That Tip: Swap in whatever beans or canned veg you have without changing the method.
