Texas Skillet

By pamdabear3383

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 med onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, undrained
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 2 cans ( 4 oz each) chopped green chiles
• 1/2 cup uncooked long grain rice
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 to 2 TBSPs chili powder
• 2 tsps dried cilantro or parsley flakes
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• Shredded cheddar cheese, salsa and minced fresh cilantro
• Tortilla chips

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the beans, tomatoes, chilies, rice, water and seasonings. Bring to a boil. reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Serve in the skillet or transfer to a shallow service dish. Sprinkle with toppings of your choice. Serve with tortilla chips.