This easy, one-dish casserole is loaded with flavorful ground beef, creamy sauce, hearty rice, and melted cheese—pure comfort food at its best!
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
⏳ Cook Time: 35 minutes
⏱ Total Time: 45 minutes
🍽 Servings: 6
🔥 Calories per Serving: ~450
🛒 Ingredients
- 🥩 1 lb ground beef
- 🧅 1 small onion, diced
- 🥫 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 🥛 1/2 cup sour cream
- 🍚 2 cups cooked rice
- 🧀 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 🥫 1/2 cup beef broth
- 🍄 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
- 🧄 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 🧂 Salt & pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven & Brown the Beef
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
2️⃣ Mix the Casserole Filling
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, cooked rice, half of the shredded cheese, beef broth, mushrooms (if using), garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Assemble & Bake
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13″ baking dish.
- Top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
4️⃣ Serve & Enjoy
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy this hearty, cheesy delight!
🍯 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Super creamy & cheesy!
✔️ Hearty & filling – perfect for busy nights!
✔️ Easily customizable – add veggies like bell peppers or green beans!
✔️ Make-ahead friendly – just assemble & bake later!
🔥 Helpful Tips
✅ Want a crispy top? Add a layer of crushed Ritz crackers before baking.
✅ Make it lighter? Use ground turkey and low-fat sour cream.
✅ Want a Tex-Mex twist? Add taco seasoning & diced tomatoes!
Enjoy your Cheesy Beef and Rice Casserole—an easy, comforting, and satisfying dish the whole family will love! 😊 🧀🍚