Taco Rice Skillet

Quick Taco Filling

Now you can enjoy everything you love about your favorite tacos, like a delicious seasoned filling, crispy chopped lettuce, juicy tomatoes and melty cheese, in a hearty rice skillet! By using Minute® Instant Premium Rice you can cut down on the preparation time and have your dinner ready in just 20 minutes.

This vegetarian version of your favorite taco uses meatless ground beef for a perfect Meatless Monday option. Still, if you prefer, you can always choose your favorite protein, like ground beef or chicken, for this recipe. To give your dish more whole grains, simply swap out the Minute® Instant Premium Rice for Minute® Instant Brown Rice.

No Taco Shell? No Problem

This recipe is perfect for when you have everything you need for a taco, except for the shells. For a quick, easy and delicious meal, simply serve it over some greens for a complete taco rice salad. Add a few crushed tortilla chips on top for additional crunch!

This taco-without-the-shell recipe is great on its own. Still, if you’re looking for the full taco experience, throw this meal into a store-bought tortilla or make your own crunchy shell in the microwave. Coat corn or flour tortillas with a bit of cooking oil. Then, lay them on a microwave-safe plate, resting their edges against each other to take the form of a taco. Microwave on HIGH in 1-minute intervals, checking for crispness every time, until ready.

Turn Leftovers into Something New

Prefer burritos? Simply wrap leftover filling into a warm tortilla and serve with salsa and sour cream. Or, for a Mexican breakfast scramble, simply combine any leftover filling with beaten eggs and cook until eggs are set. If nachos are your thing, reheat the filling and serve over tortilla chips. Add beans, sour cream and sliced avocado, for the full nacho experience.