Description

This Cheesy Ground Beef Rice Casserole is a hearty, satisfying one-dish meal made with savory ground beef, tender rice, and melted cheese. It’s perfect for busy nights, meal prepping, or feeding a crowd with minimal effort.

Ingredients

For Casserole Base:

1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)

1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of celery)

1 (10.5 oz) can tomato soup

1 ½ cups beef broth

1 tsp Italian seasoning

½ tsp paprika

Salt & pepper to taste

For Cheesy Topping:

1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Optional Add-Ins:

1 cup frozen mixed veggies (peas, carrots, corn)

½ cup sliced mushrooms

1 tsp hot sauce for a kick

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until softened.
Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, tomato soup, beef broth, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add in the uncooked rice and bring everything to a simmer. Let it cook for about 5 minutes.
Transfer the beef and rice mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses evenly over the top of the casserole.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. After 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the rice is fully cooked.
If adding frozen veggies or sliced mushrooms, stir them into the casserole base before transferring to the baking dish, or sprinkle them over the top before baking.

Notes

Ground turkey can be substituted for ground beef for a leaner option.
To make this dish with brown rice, increase the liquid by ¼ cup and bake for about 60 minutes.
Frozen mixed veggies or bell peppers can be added to the casserole for more flavor and nutrients.
To make this recipe dairy-free, use dairy-free cheese or omit the cheese for a simpler dish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 50mg