Mexican Ground Beef Skillet: A Simple & Delicious Recipe
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- Ground beef
- Onion
- Garlic
- Diced tomatoes
- Black beans
- Corn
- Green chilies
- Chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, oregano
- Beef broth
- Fresh cilantro
- Preparation Instructions:
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned (about 8-10 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion until softened (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper (if using), smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper to toast the spices briefly.
- Add diced tomatoes (with juice), black beans, corn, green chilies (with liquid), and pour in beef broth while scraping the bottom of the pan.
- Return the browned beef to the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cover; cook on low heat for 15-20 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and finish with chopped cilantro before serving.
- Helpful Notes:
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg