Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole, a dish that brings family and friends together at the dinner table. This one-pan wonder combines juicy ground beef, tender rice, and layers of melted cheese, all topped with crispy French-fried onions for that perfect crunch. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this hearty casserole is ideal for busy weeknights or any occasion when you crave a warm, satisfying meal. Whether you’re serving it for a family dinner or taking it to a potluck, this easy recipe is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
- 1 packet French onion soup mix
- 2 cups beef broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
- ½ cup French-fried onions
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned; drain excess fat and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a large bowl, combine uncooked rice, French onion soup mix, and beef broth. Mix well.
- Stir in the cooked ground beef and sour cream until evenly combined; transfer to the prepared baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheese and cover with foil; bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly; sprinkle French-fried onions on top and bake for another 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg