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beef taco skillet

Easy Beef Taco Skillet

Delicious and Easy Beef Taco Made in Your Skillet on the Stove Top

Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
About taco beef skillet
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 206 kcal
Author DinnerPlanner

Ingredients

Taco Seasoning:

  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1-1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
  • ¼ - ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper*
  • Remaining taco seasoning can be stored in an airtight container with a tight-fitting lid for several months.

Ingredients:

  • 1-1/4 lbs. ground beef 80% lean
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 small white onion diced
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 10- oz. can fire-roasted tomatoes with green chilis drained
  • 4 oz. shredded Mexican-blend cheese + extra for serving or topping
  • 1 avocado peeled and cut into small pieces
  • salt and black pepper to taste

Optional, to Serve:

  • For tacos: Taco shells or lettuce wraps shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, salsa, and/or extra cheese
  • For nachos: Gluten-free tortilla chips diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, and/or avocado

Instructions

  1. Prepare the taco seasoning by combining all ingredients in a bowl. Stir to combine and transfer to an airtight container. Set aside.
  2. Add olive oil to a large skillet set over medium heat. Add diced onion and garlic and season with salt and black pepper, to taste. Stir to combine and sauté, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens and develops some color, approximately 4-5 minutes.
  3. Add beef to skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, approximately 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and carefully drain excess fat from skillet.
  4. Add taco seasoning and fire-roasted tomatoes and green chilis and stir to combine. Cook, stirring frequently, until tomatoes are heated through, and the beef mixture is thoroughly coated in the taco seasoning, approximately 2-3 minutes. Taste, and add additional taco seasoning, if desired.
  5. Remove from heat and top with shredded cheese and avocado. Cover for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is completely melted. Serve immediately with desired accompaniments. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Easy Beef Taco Skillet
Amount Per Serving
Calories 206 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Trans Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 7g
Cholesterol 30mg10%
Sodium 615mg27%
Potassium 367mg10%
Carbohydrates 11g4%
Fiber 5g21%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 11g22%
Vitamin A 1464IU29%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Calcium 176mg18%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.