Mexican Ground Beef Skillet: Easy, Flavor-Packed Weeknight Delight
This Mexican Ground Beef Skillet is a delicious and quick weeknight meal that the whole family will love!
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Carb
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked.
- Add the chopped onion and garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn, and black beans.
- Season with chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- If desired, sprinkle with cheese and allow it to melt before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite toppings like avocado, cilantro, or jalapenos.
- This dish can be easily customized with additional veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Mexican Ground Beef Skillet, Quick Dinner, Family Meal