Description
A comforting Taco Rice Bowl that combines flavors of chicken or beef, black beans, corn, and creamy avocado for a cozy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup of rice
- 1 pound of ground chicken or beef
- 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup of corn
- 1 cup of diced tomatoes
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup of shredded cheese
- 1 tablespoon of taco seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rice according to package instructions, creating a fluffy base for your bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground meat and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it sizzles with flavor.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and season with salt and pepper, allowing those fragrant spices to awaken your senses.
- Add black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes to the skillet, mixing well. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through, as vibrant colors meld together harmoniously.
- Assemble the bowls, starting with a base of fluffy rice, then lovingly top it with the taco meat mixture.
- Garnish with diced avocado, a sprinkle of shredded cheese, and a generous handful of fresh cilantro.
- Serve to your loved ones and watch their faces light up with joy as they dig into this comforting Taco Rice Bowl!
Notes
Make-ahead taco meat allows for quick reheating. Customize with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg