Description
Easy One Pot Burrito Bowls Recipe is a quick, delicious, and flavor-packed Mexican dinner loaded with seasoned ground beef, rice, black beans, corn, salsa, and melty cheese. This easy one-pot meal delivers bold Tex-Mex flavor with minimal cleanup, making it perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup long grain rice
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup salsa
2 cups beef broth
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 avocado, sliced
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep skillet over medium heat.
2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
3. Stir in diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
4. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Mix in rice, black beans, corn, salsa, and beef broth.
6. Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil.
8. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes until the rice becomes tender.
9. Remove the lid and stir gently.
10. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top and let it melt.
11. Top with sliced avocado and fresh cilantro before serving warm.
Notes
Ground turkey or chicken also works well in this recipe.
Use brown rice if preferred, but increase the cooking time slightly.
Add jalapeños for extra spice and heat.
Serve with sour cream, lime wedges, or tortilla chips.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.