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Loaded Taco Rice Bowl Recipe – Best Easy Weeknight Dinner Idea


  • Author: Nora Winslow
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A quick, satisfying, and customizable taco rice bowl recipe with a crunchy twist from Doritos, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • Shredded lettuce
  • Diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • Salsa
  • 1 cup crushed Doritos (Nacho Cheese flavor recommended)
  • Avocado slices (optional)
  • Jalapeños (optional)
  • Cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook 2 cups of your favorite type of rice. Fluff it with a fork and keep it warm.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as you go (about 5-7 minutes). Drain any excess grease.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the beef is coated and fragrant.
  4. In the same skillet, add the rinsed black beans. Stir and heat for 2 minutes.
  5. While the beef cooks, chop your lettuce, dice your tomatoes, shred your cheese, and crush the Doritos.
  6. Start with a scoop of rice as your base. Add the taco beef and beans, then layer on lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, and salsa. Finish with a generous sprinkle of crushed Doritos.

Notes

[‘Don’t skip the Doritos—they elevate the dish.’, ‘Adjust the spice level to suit your taste.’, ‘Prep ahead by cooking the rice and browning the beef in advance.’, ‘Set up a taco bowl bar for customization.’, ‘Leftovers make an amazing lunch the next day.’]

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400
  • Fat: 15
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Protein: 18

Keywords: taco rice bowl, Doritos recipe, weeknight dinner, Mexican recipe, customizable dinner, quick dinner, family-friendly meal