Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole, a hearty one-pan dish that combines juicy ground beef with savory French onion soup mix and tender rice. Topped with gooey melted cheese and crispy French-fried onions, this casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. It’s an easy-to-make recipe that appeals to all ages, providing a satisfying taste of home. With its rich flavors and delightful textures, this casserole will quickly become a family 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
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 grease and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a large mixing 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 evenly combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top with shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted.
- 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: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg