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Taco Rice Bowl with Doritos

A bold and delicious taco-inspired rice bowl topped with seasoned beef, fresh veggies, cheese, and crunchy Doritos. Perfect for quick dinners and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Taco Beef
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 0.66 cup water
Rice
  • 2 cups cooked white rice warm
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 0.5 cup black beans optional
  • 0.5 cup corn optional
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup salsa
  • 0.25 cup cilantro chopped
Crunchy Topper
  • 2 cups Doritos Nacho Cheese, lightly crushed

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Serving bowls

Method
 

  1. Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned, then add taco seasoning and water. Simmer until thickened.
  2. Season warm cooked rice with butter, cumin, chili powder, salt, and garlic powder.
  3. Prepare toppings such as lettuce, tomatoes, beans, corn, cheese, and salsa.
  4. Layer bowls with rice, taco beef, cheese, vegetables, and sauces.
  5. Top with crushed Doritos, cilantro, and lime juice before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, use Mexican rice or cilantro-lime rice instead of plain rice.