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Easy One-Pan Ground Beef Taco Skillet Recipe with Black Beans for Quick Dinners

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A quick, satisfying, and flavorful one-pan taco skillet featuring ground beef and black beans, perfect for busy weeknights and casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio recommended)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium bell pepper (red or green), diced
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 8 oz tomato sauce
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional toppings: fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Prep Ingredients (5-7 minutes): Dice the onion and bell pepper, mince the garlic, and drain and rinse the black beans.
  2. Heat the Skillet: Place your skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Let it warm until shimmering but not smoking (about 1-2 minutes).
  3. Sauté Veggies (3-4 minutes): Toss in the diced onion and bell pepper. Stir occasionally until softened and slightly translucent. Add the minced garlic in the last minute to avoid burning.
  4. Brown the Ground Beef (8-10 minutes): Push the veggies to the side, add the ground beef to the pan. Break it apart with your spatula, stirring occasionally until fully browned and no pink remains. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Season the Mixture: Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika evenly over the beef and veggies. Stir well to coat everything in those warm spices. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to toast the spices and deepen the flavor.
  6. Add Tomato Sauce and Black Beans (5 minutes): Pour in the tomato sauce and stir to combine. Add the rinsed black beans, mixing gently. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let everything simmer for about 5 minutes to meld flavors and heat through.
  7. Final Taste & Adjust: Give the skillet a taste and add salt or pepper as needed. If you like a bit more kick, a pinch of cayenne or a squeeze of lime juice can brighten things up.
  8. Serve: Spoon the taco skillet into bowls or onto warm tortillas. Garnish with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado slices if you like.

Notes

Use a large enough skillet to avoid overcrowding and ensure proper browning of the beef. Rinse black beans to reduce canned taste and sodium. Add spices after browning beef to avoid bitterness. For a crispier edge, uncover the pan in the last few minutes of simmering. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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