Southwestern Beef Skillet Recipes

SOUTHWESTERN CORN SKILLET

Steps:

• Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
• Stir in pasta sauce, corn, salt and cooked pasta. Cook until hot. Sprinkle with cheese; let stand 2 to 3 minutes or until melted. Sprinkle with green onions.

SOUTHWEST SKILLET WITH BEEF AND BELL PEPPERS

Steps:

• Brown meat in large ovenproof skillet. Stir in broth and tomatoes; bring to boil.
• Add peppers and rice; stir. Cover; simmer on low heat 5 min. or until rice is tender.
• Heat broiler. Top rice mixture with cheese; broil, 6 inches from heat, 2 to 3 min. or until melted.

SOUTHWEST BEEF & RICE SKILLET

Steps:

• Cook rice according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the rice, beans, broth, tomato sauce, chili powder, salt, cumin and pepper; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

SOUTHWESTERN BEEF AND RICE SKILLET

Steps:

• In a large skillet, cook beef, onion, green pepper and jalapeno over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, 8-10 minutes, breaking beef into crumbles; drain., Add rice, tomatoes, broth and seasonings. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Remove from heat; sprinkle with cheese. Let stand, covered, until cheese is melted.

EASY 30-MINUTE SOUTHWESTERN BEEF SKILLET

Steps:

• Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, and set pasta aside.
• Preheat broiler to high.
• To a very large oven-safe skillet, add the olive oil, ground beef, onions, and cook over medium-high heat to brown the beef, crumbling it with a spatula as it cooks and stirring frequently to ensure even cooking. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes or as necessary until beef is cooked through and onions are soft.
• Add the garlic and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant; stir frequently.
• Add the black beans, tomatoes, green chiles, green onions, taco seasoning, pepper, and stir to combine.
• Add the pasta and stir to combine.
• Evenly sprinkle with the cheese, optionally add jalapeno slices, and place skillet under the broiler until the cheese has melted and is bubbling, about 1 to 2 minutes. If desired, allow cheese to brown slightly, or to taste. Keep a very careful eye on your skillet and the cheese because broilers can burn things in a matter of seconds.
• Evenly sprinkle with the reserved 2 tablespoons green onions, cilantro, and serve immediately. Recipe is best warm and fresh, but will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for 4 months.

SOUTHWESTERN BEAN SKILLET

Steps:

• Mix all ingredients except cheese and tomatoes in 12-inch skillet. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 5 minutes.
• Uncover and simmer 5 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender. Stir in cheese and tomatoes until cheese is melted.

SOUTHWEST BEEF RICE SKILLET

Steps:

• In skillet, cook beef, onions and peppers until beef is browned and vegetables are tender. Drain.
• Stir in broth, tomato sauce, rice, chili powder and garlic powder. Heat to boiling. Cover; cook over low heat for 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed; stir occasionally.
• Serve with cheese and sour cream, if desired.