Nacho Beef Skillet

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this mouthwatering Nacho Beef Skillet—a one-pan wonder that’s ready in just 30 minutes! Packed with bold flavors, this recipe combines seasoned ground beef, zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, hearty black beans, and sweet corn for a Tex-Mex-inspired feast. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and crunchy tortilla chips, it’s a savory, satisfying dish that brings all the best parts of nachos into an easy skillet meal. Perfect for busy evenings, this quick and family-friendly recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Garnish with fresh cilantro, green onions, and a dollop of sour cream for an irresistible finish, and serve it straight from the skillet for a cozy, shareable dining experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 can (10 ounces) canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
• 1 can (15 ounces) canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3 cups tortilla chips
• 2 tablespoons green onions, chopped
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional for serving)
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess grease.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning, canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and frozen corn.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef mixture.

Step 7

Cover the skillet and let the cheese melt, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and top with tortilla chips, green onions, sour cream, and cilantro if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm straight from the skillet and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1998.3 grams (1998.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3569

Total Fat 221.90g	284%
Saturated Fat 98.70g	494%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.10g
Cholesterol 621mg	207%
Sodium 8615mg	375%
Total Carbohydrate 230.60g	84%
Dietary Fiber 45.10g	161%
Total Sugars 29.40g
Protein 179.90g	360%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 2190mg	168%
Iron 20mg	111%
Potassium 3876mg	82%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.9%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 25.3%