Loaded Taco Skillet

This Loaded Taco Skillet is proof that quality ingredients don’t need complicated recipes. Farm-raised ground beef is seasoned and cooked in a single skillet, then loaded with beans, corn, tomatoes, and cheese. Finished with fresh toppings, it’s hearty, satisfying, and perfect for nights when you want real food without extra work.

This Loaded Taco Skillet is one of those dinners you keep in your back pocket for busy nights. Everything cooks in one skillet, the flavors are bold, and cleanup is minimal. Honestly… it’s the kind of dish you eat straight from the skillet - so, are you?

Loaded Taco Skillet

Ingredients

• 1–1½ lb ground beef

• 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade: chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt)

• ½ cup water or beef broth

• 1 can black beans, drained & rinsed

• 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)

• 1 cup diced tomatoes or Rotel

• 1½–2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Colby-Jack, or Mexican blend)

Toppings (optional but highly recommended):

• Diced avocado

• Fresh cilantro

• Sour cream (or crema)

• Lime wedges

• Jalapeños or green onions

  
  

Instructions

1. Brown the beefIn a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until fully browned. Drain excess grease if needed.

2. Season it upAdd taco seasoning and water/broth. Simmer 2–3 minutes until saucy.

3. Bulk it upStir in black beans, corn, and tomatoes. Let everything heat through, about 5 minutes.

4. Cheese timeSprinkle cheese over the top. Cover the skillet and cook until melted.

5. Finish & serveTop with avocado, cilantro, sour cream, and squeeze fresh lime over everything.

How to serve it

• Scoop with tortilla chips

• Serve over rice

• Stuff into tortillas or taco shells

• Eat straight out of the skillet (no judgment here)