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Taco Rice Bowl with Doritos Recipe

Taco Rice Bowl with Doritos Recipe
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A flavorful and easy-to-make Taco Rice Bowl featuring savory seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, fresh vegetables, and a crunchy topping of nacho cheese Doritos. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal that combines the best of Tex-Mex flavors with a fun twist of crunchy chips.

Ingredients

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Meat and Seasoning

  • 1 lb. Ground beef
  • 1 packet Taco seasoning

Base

  • 2 cups Cooked rice (white, brown, or Mexican-style)

Toppings

  • 2 cups Nacho cheese Doritos (lightly crushed)
  • 1 cup Shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup Diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • ½ cup Sour cream
  • ½ cup Salsa or pico de gallo
  • 1 Sliced avocado or ½ cup Guacamole
  • ½ cup Black beans or corn kernels

Instructions

  1. Cook the Taco Meat: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat carefully.
  2. Add Seasoning: Stir in the taco seasoning packet along with the amount of water specified on the seasoning instructions. Simmer the mixture for about 5 minutes, allowing the beef to absorb the rich taco flavors.
  3. Prepare the Rice: Cook your preferred rice according to the package directions. For enhanced flavor, cook the rice in chicken broth and add a pinch of cumin to the water before cooking.
  4. Assemble the Bowl: Begin by spooning a bed of cooked rice into each serving bowl.
  5. Add Taco Meat: Place a generous scoop of the seasoned ground beef on top of the rice base.
  6. Layer Fresh Toppings: Add shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, black beans or corn kernels, and shredded cheese evenly on top of the taco meat.
  7. Add Creamy Elements: Spoon sour cream and salsa or pico de gallo around the bowl for flavor contrast. Add sliced avocado or a dollop of guacamole for creaminess.
  8. Add the Crunch: Just before serving, sprinkle a handful of lightly crushed nacho cheese Doritos over the top. This step adds a satisfying crunchy texture that complements the soft ingredients.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with seasoned cooked lentils or plant-based ground meat.
  • Use brown rice for a healthier whole grain option.
  • Customize toppings by adding jalapeños or fresh cilantro for extra flavor.
  • To keep the chips crispy, add the crushed Doritos just before serving.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days; add chips fresh when reheating.

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