Description
Cheesy Hamburger Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that brings warmth and joy to your family table. With layers of savory ground beef, fluffy rice, and gooey cheese, this one-pot dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The delightful aroma as it bakes will have everyone eagerly awaiting their first bite. Simple to prepare and loaded with flavor, this casserole transforms ordinary ingredients into an unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese (divided)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped onion and diced bell pepper until onions are translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned; drain excess fat if needed.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the beef mixture with rice, cream of mushroom soup, beef broth, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Fold in half of the shredded cheese into the mixture before transferring it to your prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top, cover with foil, and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg