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Cheesy Taco Skillet Recipe

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A flavorful and hearty Cheesy Taco Skillet combining ground turkey with a blend of spices, salsa, black beans, corn, and rice, all topped with melted Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses. Perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner with a touch of Tex-Mex flair.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 onion (finely diced)
  • 6 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1.5 pounds ground turkey (or beef, chicken, or pork)
  • Salt (to taste, approx. 1/2 teaspoon)
  • Pepper (to taste, approx. 1/4 teaspoon)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 15-ounce jar salsa
  • 1 4-ounce can diced green chiles (drained)
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans (drained)
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese (about 1 cup)
  • 4 ounces cheddar cheese (about 1 cup)
  • Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil: Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
  2. Cook the onion: Add the finely diced onion to the skillet and cook, stirring often, until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds to release its aroma.
  4. Brown the turkey: Add the ground turkey along with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook, breaking up the meat into smaller crumbles, until it’s no longer pink, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  5. Add veggies and beans: Stir in the salsa, drained diced green chiles, black beans, and frozen corn. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until everything is warmed through.
  6. Mix in rice: Add the cooked rice and mix thoroughly to combine all the ingredients evenly.
  7. Add cheese: Evenly top the mixture with Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses.
  8. Melt the cheese: Allow the cheese to melt naturally on the stovetop, or if the skillet is oven-proof, place it under a broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully, until the cheese melts and begins to brown.
  9. Garnish and serve: Garnish with freshly minced cilantro if desired, then serve hot for a comforting meal.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey with ground beef, chicken, or pork as desired.
  • If you don’t have cooked rice ready, plan extra time to cook 2 cups of rice beforehand.
  • Using an oven-proof skillet allows for a nicely browned cheese topping under the broiler.
  • Adjust the chili powder and spices to your preferred heat level.
  • Fresh cilantro is optional but adds a bright fresh flavor to complement the dish.

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