Description
Hey there, fellow busy home cooks! If you’re anything like me, juggling work, family, and those never-ending to-do lists can leave you scrambling for dinner ideas. That’s where my Taco Rice Bowl with Doritos comes to the rescue! This delightful dish packs all the flavors we love into one easy bowl. Imagine perfectly seasoned ground beef, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and the irresistible crunch of Doritos. It’s a meal that’s not just quick to whip up, but also a big hit with the whole family. Trust me, this is your new weeknight savior!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 2 cups crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)
- Optional Toppings: Diced tomatoes, Shredded lettuce, Diced avocado or guacamole, Sliced green onions, Pickled jalapeños
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
- Divide the cooked rice evenly between 4 bowls.
- Top each bowl with a portion of the taco-seasoned ground beef.
- Add black beans, corn, and shredded cheese over the beef layer.
- Sprinkle each bowl with a generous handful of crushed Doritos.
- Add a spoonful of salsa and a dollop of sour cream to each bowl.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and any additional toppings you like.
- Serve immediately and enjoy with extra Doritos on the side if desired!
Notes
- Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings.
- This dish is perfect for meal prep; leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator.
- For a spicier kick, add some hot sauce or diced jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg