One Pan Mexi Beef & Rice
This one pan, gluten-free One Pan Mexi Beef & Rice dish is SO easy to throw together and cooks perfectly on the stovetop. I've been making this easy dinner idea for years and even my picky toddler loves it. It's one of my favorite beef & rice recipes! The tender rice, veggies, and savory ground beef are Mexi seasoned and topped with cheesy goodness for a flavorful healthy meal the entire family will love.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red onion diced
- 750 g lean beef mince grass fed
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 red capsicum diced
- 1 green capsicum diced
- 1.5 cup pre-cooked rice cooked, according to packet instructions
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 400 g crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 400 g can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 1/2 cup chopped spinach
- 1/2 cup grated cheese
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add in the diced red onion and sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Add in the garlic and ground beef and cook until browned.
- Add in the bell peppers and saute for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add in the rice, spices, broth, tomatoes, corn, beans, and 1/2 cup of cheese.
- Bring to a low boil.
- Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway. Be sure to keep the heat low so the rice is able to cook fully.
- Once cooked, stir in the chopped spinach.
- Top with the rest of the cheese, cover, and let the cheese melt for 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish with coriander, if using and enjoy!
Notes
HOW TO STORE:
Allow it to cool completely and transfer it to an airtight container.
Store in the fridge for up to 3-4 days and in the freezer for up to 3 months! SWAPS:
Swap the Protein – Ground chicken or ground turkey would both be excellent options for this recipe! Make it Vegetarian – Use grated tofu in place of beef for a meatless option.
Allow it to cool completely and transfer it to an airtight container.
Store in the fridge for up to 3-4 days and in the freezer for up to 3 months! SWAPS:
Swap the Protein – Ground chicken or ground turkey would both be excellent options for this recipe! Make it Vegetarian – Use grated tofu in place of beef for a meatless option.
Nutrition
Calories: 529kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 45gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 107mgSodium: 1733mgPotassium: 1318mgFiber: 10gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1662IUVitamin C: 63mgCalcium: 192mgIron: 8mg
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