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Cheesy Hamburger Rice Casserole

  • Author: Rachel Summers
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

A delicious, easy cheesy hamburger rice casserole that’s perfect for busy weeknight dinners or a cozy family lunch. Made all in one pan with simple, comforting ingredients.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, plus extra for topping
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell pepper; sauté 2-3 minutes until softened.
  2. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet. Cook, breaking up with a spoon, until no longer pink (about 5-6 minutes). Drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, Italian seasoning, paprika, crushed red pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add uncooked rice, canned tomatoes (with juice), and beef broth. Mix well, scraping up any browned bits.
  6. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 18-20 minutes, stirring once or twice, until rice is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
  7. Turn off heat. Stir in 1 cup cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup mozzarella. Top with extra cheese if desired.
  8. If using oven-safe pan, broil on high for 2-3 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden. Or, cover and let cheese melt off-heat.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot!

Notes

You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version. Use leftover cooked rice by reducing broth and cooking time. For extra flavor, try fire-roasted tomatoes or smoked paprika. Make it ahead and reheat for easy lunches. Garnish with green onions or swap parsley for a different finish.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: About 1/6 of casserole
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 900
  • Fat: 24
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 38
  • Fiber: 3
  • Protein: 28

Keywords: cheesy hamburger rice casserole, one pan meal, comfort food, ground beef casserole, easy dinner, family recipe, rice casserole, cheesy casserole

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