This Skillet Burrito Bowl is a flavorful and satisfying Mexican-inspired dish that combines all the delicious elements of a burrito in one convenient bowl. Made with savory ground beef, rice, beans, vegetables, and topped with your favorite toppings, this one-pot recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a homemade burrito bowl without the hassle of rolling individual burritos. Serve it with some tortilla chips and salsa for an extra tasty meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Sour cream, for serving
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Directions
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked rice, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine all the ingredients.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top of the skillet mixture. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with sliced avocado, chopped fresh cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Serve the skillet burrito bowl hot with tortilla chips on the side for dipping.
