Taco Rice Bowl
A quick and delicious one-bowl meal featuring seasoned beef or chicken, beans, corn, and tomatoes over rice, topped with cheese, avocado, and sour cream.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup rice (white, jasmine or long-grain) Substitute brown rice for nuttier flavor (increase cook time).
- 1 pound ground beef or ground chicken
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 cup corn (frozen or fresh)
- 1 packet taco seasoning Or ~2 tbsp homemade blend.
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 avocado, diced
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Sour cream, for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse 1 cup rice if desired. Cook it according to package directions (about 15–20 minutes for white rice; 40–45 minutes for brown rice). Keep covered and rest for 5 minutes after cooking.
- Heat a large skillet over medium. Add 1 pound ground beef or ground chicken and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains (6–8 minutes). Drain any excess fat.
- Return the skillet to medium-low. Stir in 1 packet taco seasoning, the drained can of black beans, 1 cup corn, and 1 cup diced tomatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5–7 minutes until everything is heated and the flavors meld.
Assembly
- Spoon cooked rice into bowls. Top with the seasoned meat-and-bean mixture.
- Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheese over hot filling so it melts slightly. Add diced avocado, a handful of fresh cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream if you like. Serve immediately.
Notes
For lighter options, use ground turkey or extra-firm tofu. For extra fiber, swap white rice with brown rice. Best enjoyed family-style for casual dinners.