Crunchy Taco Hamburger Rice

I made this months ago and am barely getting around to posting the recipe, but it's a good one. This is one of those easy to throw together, tastes great and crowd-pleasing type of recipes. With only a few ingredients and short directions, you're sure to love it!

This dish is not only total comfort food, but you can switch up the flavor with all sorts of toppings. And you know how much I love toppings!

Crunchy Taco Hamburger Rice

Source: Iowa Girl Eats

1 lb. lean ground beef

1/2 small onion chopped

1 recipe *homemade taco seasoning or 1 taco seasoning packet

1/2 cup salsa

1-3/4 cup chicken broth

1 cup long grain white rice

1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Toppings: crushed tortilla chips, salsa, sliced avocado, sour cream

*Homemade Taco Seasoning

2-1/2 tsp. chili powder

3/4 tsp. cumin

1/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. paprika

1/4 tsp. pepper

1/8 tsp. garlic powder

1/8 tsp. onion powder

1/8 tsp. red pepper flakes

1/8 tsp. oregano

1. Brown ground beef with onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain, then return to the skillet. Add taco seasoning, salsa, and chicken broth, then bring to a boil.

2. Add rice, then place a lid on top and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender then remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted. Place lid back on the skillet then let sit for 5 minutes before serving with toppings.