Cheesy Mexican Skillet
Enjoy a quick and flavorsome dinner with this Cheesy Mexican Skillet recipe. Ground beef cooked with Tex-Mex spices, bell peppers, and corn, then topped with melted cheese, creating a perfect one-pan meal that will satisfy everyone at the table.
ingredients
- 1 lb frozen ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
steps
- 1.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender and fragrant.
- 2.
Push the vegetables to the side and add the frozen ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook the beef until browned and fully cooked.
- 3.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the beef and vegetables with the spices.
- 4.
Add the drained diced tomatoes and frozen corn to the skillet. Stir everything together and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the flavors meld together.
- 5.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the skillet. Cover with a lid and let it melt for a couple of minutes until the cheese is gooey and bubbly.
- 6.
Serve the Cheesy Mexican Skillet hot, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.
