How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Mexican-Style Meatballs And Rice?

You need 9 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, 1/3 cup breadcrumbs, 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix, 1/4 - 1/3 cup finely chopped onion, and more.

Is Mexican-Style Meatballs And Rice suitable as meat & poultry?

Yes, Mexican-Style Meatballs And Rice falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Mexican-Style Meatballs And Rice?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Mexican-Style Meatballs And Rice Recipe

Name: Mexican-Style Meatballs And Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef; 1/3 cup breadcrumbs; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix; 1/4 - 1/3 cup finely chopped onion; 1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper (optional); enough oil to fry meatballs; 16 ounces salsa; 3 cups cooked rice; 3 cups Mexican blend cheese (optional) or 3 cups taco blend cheese (optional)

Try this homemade Mexican-Style Meatballs And Rice recipe the whole family will love. Made with ground beef, breadcrumbs, taco seasoning mix and onion. …

This Mexican-Style Meatballs And Rice relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as ground beef, breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion and enough oil to fry meatballs. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1309 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1/3 cup breadcrumbs
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1/4 - 1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup finely chopped green pepper (optional)
enough oil to fry meatballs
16 ounces salsa
3 cups cooked rice
3 cups Mexican blend cheese (optional) or 3 cups taco blend cheese (optional)

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Servings
4 servings
Calories
1309 kcal
Category
Meat & Poultry

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