Recipe Name: Taco Stew
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Description:
Taco Stew is a hearty and satisfying dish perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Made with plenty of ground beef, this recipe is a favorite in many households. The addition of green chilies adds a delightful kick, but feel free to adjust the spice level to suit your taste preferences. Plus, it’s a great way to use up leftovers – simply repurpose any extra stew as a tasty snack for the kids the next day!
Recipe Category: Stew
Keywords: One Dish Meal, Lunch/Snacks, Cheese, Corn, Beans, Vegetable, Meat, Kid Friendly, Less than 30 Minutes, Stove Top, Easy, Inexpensive
Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
Review Count: 5 reviews
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 281.9
- Fat Content: 12.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 51.4mg
- Sodium Content: 969.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 27.9g
- Fiber Content: 4.1g
- Sugar Content: 9.2g
- Protein Content: 17.5g
Recipe Servings: 6 servings
Recipe Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 can (15 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans in chili sauce
- 1 cup water
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
- Tortilla chips
- Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Recipe Instructions:
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Start by browning the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Once cooked, drain any excess fat and set aside.
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In a Dutch oven or large skillet, combine the cooked ground beef, diced onion, whole kernel corn, diced tomatoes, pinto beans in chili sauce, water, and diced green chilies. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
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Heat the mixture over medium-high heat until it comes to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for about 15 minutes. This allows all the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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When ready to serve, prepare individual plates by crumbling tortilla chips onto each plate. Ladle a generous portion of the taco stew over the chips, and then sprinkle with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
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Serve hot and enjoy this delicious Taco Stew with your family and friends!
This recipe is not only quick and easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Feel free to customize it with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, diced avocado, or chopped cilantro. Whether you’re looking for a hearty weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish for gatherings, Taco Stew is sure to satisfy your cravings!
