Description
Cheesy ground beef rice casserole is a hearty and flavorful comfort food that combines seasoned ground beef, fluffy white rice, and melty cheese in a single delicious baked dish. Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep, this easy casserole is a family favorite that satisfies every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the white rice according to package instructions until fluffy and well-separated. Set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in diced bell peppers if using, then pour in the cream of mushroom or chicken soup. Simmer for a few minutes to meld flavors.
- Combine cooked rice with the beef mixture in a large bowl. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
- Feel free to add cooked bacon, jalapeños, or sautéed mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Replace white rice with cauliflower rice or brown rice for a healthier version.
- Use different cheeses like Monterey Jack or mozzarella for varied cheesy flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg