Broccoli Rice Ground Beef Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Broccoli Rice Ground Beef Casserole, a hearty one-dish dinner that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals. Packed with tender ground beef, fluffy rice, vibrant broccoli florets, and a creamy, cheesy sauce made with cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and milk, this casserole is as flavorful as it is filling. A golden layer of melted cheddar cheese adds the perfect finishing touch, while aromatic garlic, onion, and a touch of paprika enhance every bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time, it's a simple yet satisfying recipe that combines wholesome ingredients with rich, crowd-pleasing flavors. Serve it bubbling hot straight from the oven for a meal the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 10.5-ounce can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain off any excess fat and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Blanch the broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes, then immediately transfer them to an ice bath to retain their bright color and crispness. Drain and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground beef, cooked rice, sautéed onion and garlic, blanched broccoli, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the sauce.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cheese on top is melted and slightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy this warm and comforting dish with your favorite side salad or bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.3 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 118.4 g | 592% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 699 mg | 233% | |
| Sodium | 5505 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.6 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.1 g | ||
| Protein | 179.1 g | 358% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 2547 mg | 196% | |
| Iron | 19.7 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 2297 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
