Easy Beef Taco Skillet Meal (Print Format)
Ground beef, beans, and tortillas layered with cheese for an easy one-pan dinner packed with classic taco flavors.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 tablespoon avocado oil
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1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
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1/2 red bell pepper, diced (1/3 cup)
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1/2 orange bell pepper, diced (1/3 cup)
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3 tablespoons taco seasoning
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1 (15oz) can pinto beans or black beans, drained and rinsed
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1/3 cup frozen or fresh corn
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1/4 cup taco sauce or red enchilada sauce
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1/3 cup chopped scallions
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2/3 cup shredded Mexican cheese
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Salt and pepper to taste
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5–6 corn tortillas, cut into triangle shapes
→ Optional Toppings
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Sliced avocado
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Cilantro
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Sour cream
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Limes
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Chopped tomatoes
# Steps:
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Preheat the oven to 425°F.
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Heat a medium-sized cast iron skillet to medium heat on the stovetop, and add the oil. Add the meat to the pan and break it up as it cooks using a wooden spoon or spatula. Once the meat is mostly cooked, add the diced peppers and toss and cook for 2-3 minutes.
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Stir in the taco seasoning, beans, corn, and taco sauce, and cook for 2 additional minutes.
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Remove the skillet from the heat, and stir in the scallions and 1/4 cup of the shredded cheese. Add the cut tortillas and fold them into the taco meat mixture, leaving some edges poking up for texture. Top with the remaining cheese.
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Place the skillet into the oven on the middle rack and bake until golden and melty, about 15 minutes. Remove, let cool for a few minutes, and top with your favorite taco toppings before serving.
# Tips:
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Ground turkey can be used as a substitute for ground beef.
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For the best results, a 10-12 inch cast iron skillet is recommended.
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Use gluten-free taco seasoning and tortillas for a fully gluten-free version.