High-Protein Beef Taco Skillet

A quick one-pan beef taco skillet with black beans, corn, salsa, taco seasoning, and melted cheddar, ready in about 25 minutes.

Prep: 5 min · Cook: 20 min · Yield: 4 · Method: Stovetop

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 15-ounce can black beans
• 1 cup corn
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 cup cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 0.25 cup water
• 1 teaspoon olive oil

Cooking instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart, until browned and the thickest pieces reach 160°F, about 7 to 9 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed. (about 9 min) — Medium-high heat; beef to 160°F
2. Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Cook for 1 minute, stirring, until the seasoning is evenly distributed. (about 1 min) — Medium heat
3. Add the drained black beans, corn, and salsa. Stir and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, until hot and slightly thickened. (about 7 min) — Medium heat
4. Spread the mixture evenly in the skillet and sprinkle the cheddar over the top. Cover and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted. (about 3 min) — Medium-low heat
5. Remove the skillet from the heat and rest, covered, for 2 minutes before serving. (about 2 min)