Cheesy Beef Taco Bliss

A hearty, cheesy, and flavor-packed taco-inspired skillet loaded with seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, beans, and plenty of melted cheese. This easy one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights and guaranteed to satisfy the whole family.

Prep Time

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings

6 servings

Ingredients

For the Beef Mixture

• 1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning)
• 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (10 oz / 280 g) diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels
• 1/2 cup beef broth

For the Cheese Layer

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened

Optional Toppings

• Sour cream
• Sliced avocado
• Chopped cilantro
• Diced tomatoes
• Jalapeño slices
• Crushed tortilla chips
• Lime wedges

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Beef

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
5. Drain excess grease if necessary.

Step 2: Add the Flavor

1. Sprinkle taco seasoning over the beef.
2. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, corn, and beef broth.
3. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes.

Step 3: Make It Cheesy

1. Reduce heat to low.
2. Stir in cream cheese until completely melted.
3. Add half of the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese and stir until creamy.
4. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
5. Cover for 2–3 minutes until the cheese melts.

Step 4: Serve

1. Spoon into bowls while hot.
2. Top with your favorite garnishes.
3. Serve with tortilla chips, warm tortillas, rice, or a fresh salad.

Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Fat: 31g
• Fiber: 5g

Tips

• Add cooked rice to make it even heartier.
• Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken.
• Use pepper jack cheese for extra spice.
• Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.