Description
French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is a comforting and delicious one-pan meal that merges hearty ground beef with fluffy rice and melted cheese. Infused with the rich flavors of French onion soup mix, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Topped with crispy fried onions, every bite promises a delightful crunch and savory goodness. This casserole not only satisfies hunger but also warms the heart, making it an instant favorite at the dinner table.
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
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- 2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef; drain excess grease and season with salt and pepper.
- 3. In a mixing bowl, combine uncooked rice, French onion soup mix, and beef broth, then stir in the cooked beef and sour cream.
- 4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, top with cheese, cover with foil, and bake for 40 minutes.
- 5. Remove the foil, bake an additional 10–15 minutes until bubbly, then sprinkle with fried onions and return to the oven for another 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg