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Served in a cozy white bowl, this sausage taco cauliflower rice skillet makes a comforting, low-carb dinner packed with flavor and color.

Sausage Taco Cauliflower Rice Skillet (Cozy, Cheesy & Low-Carb!)

Ely Rechard
This cozy, cheesy sausage taco cauliflower rice skillet is a low-carb one-pan wonder packed with flavor, melty cheese, and ready in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine Mexican-Inspired
Servings 2 –3 servings
Calories 460 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground Italian sausage
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/3 cup diced red onion
  • 1/3 cup diced green pepper or jalapeño
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes or 3 fresh tomatoes, seeded & diced
  • 12 oz bag riced cauliflower or 1 head, riced
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese
  • Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions
 

  • 1. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium-high, add sausage and cook until browned.
  • 2. Add diced onion, green pepper, and garlic; sauté until fragrant.
  • 3. Steam cauliflower rice in microwave or stovetop.
  • 4. Add taco seasoning, tomatoes, broth, and cauliflower rice. Simmer 5–7 minutes until liquid reduces.
  • 5. Cover and cook another 5 minutes on low. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  • 6. Sprinkle cheese on top, cover until melted. Garnish with cilantro and serve warm.

Notes

Swap in ground turkey for a leaner option.
Top with jalapeños or lime slices for extra zing.
Leftovers keep well in the fridge for 3 days.
Add more broth if mixture gets too thick while cooking.
Keyword keto skillet, low-carb dinner, Sausage Taco Cauliflower Rice Skillet