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Cheesy Ground Beef Rice Casserole

Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Rice Casserole

This Cheesy Ground Beef Rice Casserole is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 2 cups cooked rice can use brown or white rice
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until crumbly; drain excess fat.
  3. In a large bowl, mix together cooked rice, browned beef, diced onion, half of the shredded cheese, canned tomatoes, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and top with remaining shredded cheese.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  6. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 25gFat: 20g

Notes

This casserole can be customized with ground turkey, shredded chicken, or additional vegetables for added flavor and nutrition. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.

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