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Budget-Friendly Cheesy Bean & Rice Skillet

This one-pan cheesy bean and rice skillet is a budget-friendly and satisfying meal, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper (any color) chopped
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 can (15-ounce) black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (14.5-ounce) diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 cup vegetable broth (or water)
  • 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or other cheese on hand)
Optional Garnishes
  • fresh cilantro
  • hot sauce
  • sour cream

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then cook the chopped onion and bell pepper until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and oregano, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add rinsed black beans, undrained diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and uncooked rice to the skillet, stirring to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
  5. Season the skillet generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top, and cover for a few minutes to melt the cheese.
  7. Serve the cheesy bean and rice skillet hot, garnished with optional cilantro, hot sauce, or a dollop of sour cream.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper with the other spices.