Kid’s Taco Recipe
Beef or chicken taco served with Mexican rice and refried beans.
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Ingredients
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Taco Filling
Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Method
Taco Preparation
- 1
Cook the Meat
In a skillet, brown the ground beef or chicken over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if using beef.
- 2
Add Seasoning
Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Warm Taco Shells
While the meat is simmering, warm taco shells according to package instructions.
Mexican Rice Preparation
- 4
- 5
Cook Rice
Add rice to the pan and stir for 2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and tomato sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Cook for 20 minutes or until rice is tender.
Refried Beans Preparation
- 6
Heat Beans
In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add canned refried beans and cumin. Stir until heated through. Add salt to taste.
- 7
Add Cheese
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and allow to melt before serving.
Assembly
- 8
Assemble Tacos
Fill each taco shell with the meat mixture and serve with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans.