Best 4 Fiesta Fry Pan Dinner Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

**Fiesta Fry Pan Dinner: A Medley of Mexican-Inspired Flavors in One Easy Pan**

Embark on a culinary adventure to the vibrant streets of Mexico with our Fiesta Fry Pan Dinner. This delectable one-pan dish is a symphony of zesty flavors, bursting with the goodness of seasoned ground beef, tender rice, and an array of colorful vegetables. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with every bite as the aromatic blend of spices, fresh herbs, and zesty salsa dances on your palate. Our Fiesta Fry Pan Dinner is not just a meal; it's a fiesta in a pan, guaranteed to turn any ordinary dinner into a joyous celebration. This article presents two delightful variations of this recipe: the classic Fiesta Fry Pan Dinner and a vegetarian Fiesta Fry Pan Dinner, ensuring that everyone gets to savor this fiesta of flavors.

Let's cook with our recipes!

FIESTA SKILLET DINNER



Fiesta Skillet Dinner image

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground turkey
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
1-1/2 cups water
1-1/2 cups sliced zucchini
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 cup frozen corn
1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook turkey and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain if necessary. Stir in the taco seasoning, water, zucchini, tomatoes and corn; bring to a boil. Add rice. , Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 642mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

FIESTA FRY PAN DINNER



Fiesta Fry Pan Dinner image

Taco seasoning mix adds fast flavor to this speedy skillet dish from Leota Shaffer. "It's so easy to make that I fix it frequently," says the Sterling, Virginia cook. "All I need is salad and dessert, and the meal is ready."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground turkey or beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 envelope taco seasoning
1-1/2 cups water
1-1/2 cups sliced zucchini
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 cup frozen corn
1-1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook turkey and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain if necessary. Stir in the taco seasoning, water, zucchini, tomatoes and corn; bring to a boil. Add rice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 651mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MEXICAN FIESTA PLATTER



Mexican Fiesta Platter image

This recipe proves you don't need to fuss to prepare an appetizer for a crowd. With generous layers of beef, rice, corn chips and cheese, it's a nacho lover's dream!-Ann Nace, Perkasie, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 50m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2-1/2 pounds ground beef
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
1 envelope chili seasoning
1 package (9-1/4 ounces) corn chips
3 cups hot cooked rice
2 large onions, chopped
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 medium head iceberg lettuce, shredded
4 medium tomatoes, chopped
1-1/2 cups chopped ripe olives
Hot pepper sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook beef over medium heat until it is no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes; crumbling beef; drain. Add the beans, tomato sauce and chili seasoning; simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. , On 2 serving platters with sides, layer the corn chips, rice, onions, meat mixture, cheese, lettuce, tomato and olives. Sprinkle with hot sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 663mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

FIESTA FRY PAN DINNER



Fiesta Fry Pan Dinner image

Taco seasoning mix adds fast flavor to this speedy skillet dish from Leota Shaffer. 'It's so easy to make that I fix it frequently,' says the Sterling, Virginia cook. 'All I need is salad and dessert, and the meal is ready.'

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground turkey or beef
½ cup chopped onion
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 ½ cups water
1 ½ cups sliced zucchini
1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 cup frozen corn
1 ½ cups uncooked instant rice
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook turkey and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain if necessary. Stir in taco seasoning, water, zucchini, tomatoes and corn; bring to a boil. Add rice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 263.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 59.6 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 16.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 583 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

Tips:

  • Save time by using pre-cooked chicken or steak, or make the marinated chicken or steak the day before.
  • Chop all of the vegetables ahead of time so that you can have them ready to go when you are ready to start cooking.
  • If you don't have a fry pan large enough to fit all of the ingredients, you can cook the chicken or steak in a separate skillet and then add it to the fry pan with the vegetables.
  • Serve the fiesta fry pan dinner with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or shredded cheese.
  • For a healthier version of this recipe, use low-fat or nonfat sour cream and cheese, and use whole-wheat tortillas instead of white tortillas.

Conclusion:

The Fiesta Fry Pan Dinner is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or steak. The fry pan dinner is also a great meal to make ahead of time and reheat for lunch or dinner during the week. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal that is sure to please the whole family, give the Fiesta Fry Pan Dinner a try.

Related Topics