Taco-Seasoned Beef and Black Bean Skillet

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-15 · Updated 2026-05-15

An easy one-pan taco skillet with seasoned ground beef, black beans, and spices perfect for quick weeknight dinners or taco bowls. This Mexican recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs ground beef, black beans, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, 85% lean ground beef
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed black beans
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp (store-bought or homemade blend) taco seasoning
• 1 can (14.5 oz), drained diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup, chopped cilantro
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup (optional) shredded cheddar cheese

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium onion and 2 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 1 pound ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
3. Step 3: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons taco seasoning over the beef mixture and stir well to coat, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to bloom the spices.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed black beans and 1 can (14.5 oz) drained diced tomatoes. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro. If desired, sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the top and cover the skillet for 2 minutes to melt before serving.