Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole
A comforting and hearty dish made with ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and gooey cheddar cheese, this Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is the perfect meal for busy weeknights
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the rice, beef broth, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream and half of the cheddar cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Add extra vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.
- For a spicier version, try adding some crushed red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg