Description
This Healthy Cheesy Ground Beef Rice Casserole combines seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and gooey cheddar cheese into a hearty meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. It’s easy to prepare and offers comfort with every delicious bite, making it a go-to dish for busy cooks!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk or beef broth
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper
- Chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Brown the ground beef and diced onion in a skillet for about 7 to 8 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds.
- In a bowl, mix cream of mushroom soup, milk or broth, paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In the baking dish, combine cooked rice, beef mixture, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese, then add the creamy sauce and mix well.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes, then remove foil and bake for 10 more minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Optionally broil for an additional 2 minutes for a crispier top.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving and garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
For a lighter dish, swap ground beef for turkey or chicken.
Add vegetables like steamed broccoli for extra nutrition.
You can prepare this dish ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg