Description
A quick, one-pan weeknight dinner featuring seasoned ground beef, vegetables, and melted cheddar, topped with a zesty lime crema. Ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained slightly
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup water or beef broth
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream, lime juice, hot sauce, and a pinch of salt. Set aside.
- Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and break into small crumbles. Cook for about 8 minutes until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add diced onion to the beef and cook for 2-3 minutes until soft. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Stir in taco seasoning and cook for 1 minute to toast the spices. Add diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn. Pour in 1/4 cup water or broth.
- Simmer for 3-4 minutes until the liquid reduces and ingredients are heated through. Taste and adjust salt.
- Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle shredded cheddar evenly over the top. Cover with a lid for 2 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Serve immediately, topped with the lime crema and optional garnishes like cilantro or avocado.
Notes
Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Shred cheese from a block for better melting. This recipe is naturally gluten-free if using certified gluten-free taco seasoning. Do not freeze as dairy may separate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the skillet
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 28
Keywords: ground beef, taco skillet, one pan dinner, weeknight meals, lime crema, easy dinner, 30 minute meals