Description
Cheesy Hamburger Rice Casserole is a hearty, comforting one-pan meal featuring seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, mixed vegetables, and melty cheese, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red, green, or yellow)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and bell peppers; sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in uncooked rice, tomato sauce, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Season with paprika, oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
- Stir in frozen peas and carrots and cook for about 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and mix in half of the shredded cheese.
- Transfer to a greased baking dish and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Use brown rice or quinoa for a healthier twist.
- Change up the cheese for different flavors—try mozzarella or Monterey Jack.
- Add mushrooms, zucchini, or spinach for more veggies.
- Spice it up with jalapeños or hot sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
