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Tex-Mex Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet Recipe

A quick, cheesy Tex-Mex skillet combining ground beef, taco seasoning, and shredded cabbage for an easy weeknight meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/2 head green cabbage sliced into shreds
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
  • 1 teaspoon dried minced onion
  • 1 1/2 cups Mexican cheese blend divided (1/2 cup folded in, remaining for topping)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Melt 1 tablespoon of the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shredded cabbage and sauté until softened, about 4–6 minutes. Remove the cabbage from the skillet and set aside in a bowl.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the same skillet. Add the ground beef and cook over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
  • Stir in the taco seasoning and dried minced onion. If the meat seems dry, add up to 1/4 cup water and stir to combine. Cook 1–2 minutes more so the seasoning is distributed.
  • Return the sautéed cabbage to the skillet, season with salt and pepper to taste, and fold in 1/2 cup of the Mexican cheese blend until combined.
  • Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the top of the skillet mixture. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake until the cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and let rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Equipment

  • large oven-safe skillet
  • spatula or wooden spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • measuring cup

Notes

  • You can use pre-sliced coleslaw cabbage if preferred.
  • Pre-sliced coleslaw can be thinner and may cook faster.
  • Watch the cabbage while sautéing to avoid overcooking.