Ground Beef Fajita Rice Bold Weeknight Bowl

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Ground Beef Fajita Rice Bowl is a delicious and easy dinner recipe that combines flavorful seasoned ground beef with colorful bell peppers and onions over a bed of fluffy rice. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you need a quick and satisfying meal.

The recipe is simple to follow and can be customized with additional toppings like cheese, avocado, or salsa, making it a versatile option for any family dinner.

Easy Ground Beef Fajita Rice Bowl

This dish features seasoned ground beef sautéed with bell peppers and onions, served over rice for a filling meal. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion sliced
2 bell peppers (any colors) sliced
2 cloves garlic minced
2 cups cooked rice
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Sour cream and salsa for serving (optional)
Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Rice: Prepare 2 cups of rice according to package instructions and set aside.
Sauté the Vegetables: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced onions and bell peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are tender.
Brown the Beef: Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet, then add the ground beef to the other side. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes.

Season: Stir in the minced garlic, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Combine and Serve: Fluff the cooked rice with a fork, then mix it into the skillet with the beef and vegetables. Serve hot, garnished with cheese, sour cream, salsa, and cilantro if desired.