Cheesy Hamburger Rice Casserole
A simple and satisfying one-dish casserole featuring ground beef, rice, vegetables, and melted cheddar cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups beef broth or water
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent. Add garlic and ground beef, cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in paprika, salt, black pepper, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add uncooked rice, beef broth (or water), and frozen mixed vegetables to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle cheddar cheese and optional breadcrumbs over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 10-15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for ground beef.
- Brown rice can be used, but cooking time may need adjustment.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or frozen for 2-3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A
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