Spicy Beef and Chorizo Skillet (Taco-Ready & Easy)

This Beef and Chorizo recipe is a bold, smoky, and slightly spicy dish packed with protein and flavor. Perfect for tacos, rice bowls, or stuffing into burritos, this one-pan recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and is sure to be a family favorite.

Ingredients

• ½ lb ground beef
• ½ lb Mexican-style ground chorizo (or Spanish if preferred)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• ¼ cup beef broth or water
• (Optional) ½ cup diced tomatoes or black beans

Directions

1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground chorizo and cook for 3–4 minutes, breaking it up as it browns.
2. Add ground beef to the skillet and cook with the chorizo, stirring often, until both meats are fully browned (about 7–10 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
3. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Then stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
4. Season with spices: Add paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Deglaze with broth or water, scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
6. Optional additions: Stir in diced tomatoes or cooked black beans if desired.
7. Serve hot over rice, in taco shells, or in a burrito bowl topped with avocado, sour cream, or shredded cheese.