Description
French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is a delicious comfort food that combines savory ground beef, creamy rice, and rich French onion flavor for a satisfying dish. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-pan casserole is easy to prepare and promises to please even the pickiest eaters. With its gooey cheese topping and crispy French-fried onions, every bite is a delightful experience. Plus, it’s customizable—add your favorite veggies or switch up the cheese to make it your own. Enjoy this hearty meal that’s sure to become a staple on your 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
- 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, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess grease and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a large bowl, combine uncooked rice, French onion soup mix, and beef broth; stir until well mixed.
- Add the cooked ground beef and sour cream to the rice mixture; mix until combined and transfer to the baking dish.
- Top the mixture with shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Sprinkle French-fried onions on top and bake for another 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg