Mexican Rice Casserole with Ground Beef
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and flavorful Mexican Rice Casserole with Ground Beef—an all-in-one dish that's both comforting and packed with vibrant Southwestern flair. Featuring tender ground beef, perfectly seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and paprika, and combined with fluffy rice, black beans, and sweet corn, this casserole brings layers of bold flavors together in a single skillet. The dish is smothered with gooey melted cheddar cheese for a comforting finishing touch and baked to perfection. With simple pantry staples like beef broth, tomato sauce, and fresh veggies such as bell peppers and onions, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for family dinners or entertaining. Customize it with optional cilantro for a burst of freshness before serving warm. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing casserole is a must-try for lovers of Tex-Mex cuisine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1.5 cups white or brown rice
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium diced onion
- 1 medium diced green bell pepper
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large oven-safe skillet or casserole dish, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and green bell pepper and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until the beef mixture is evenly seasoned.
Add the rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the beef and vegetable mixture.
Pour in the beef broth and tomato sauce. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Stir in the black beans and frozen corn.
Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Cover the skillet or dish with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove the lid or foil and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese on top. Return to the oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve warm. Enjoy your Mexican Rice Casserole with Ground Beef!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3141 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.6 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.0 g | 425% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 543 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 7300 mg | 317% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 219.0 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.7 g | 138% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 183.1 g | 366% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1985 mg | 153% | |
| Iron | 21.1 mg | 117% | |
| Potassium | 3451 mg | 73% | |
*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.
