Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Beef & Pepper Rice Casserole. Bursting with savory ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and melted cheese, this dish is perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it promises a delightful blend of flavors that will leave everyone craving more. Serve hot from the oven and enjoy the warm, cheesy goodness that brings everyone together!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and mozzarella blend)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, pepper, and paprika to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add onions and bell peppers; sauté until soft (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned, draining excess fat as needed.
- Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, diced tomatoes (with juice), and rice; mix well to coat everything evenly.
- Pour in beef broth and bring mixture to a simmer before transferring it into the greased baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheese and cover with foil; bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg