Granny's Cherokee Casserole

Celebrate comfort food at its best with Granny's Cherokee Casserole, a hearty, flavor-packed dish perfect for family dinners or potlucks. This easy-to-make casserole combines savory ground beef, tender long-grain white rice, sweet corn kernels, and protein-rich black beans, all seasoned with aromatic spices like chili powder and cumin. Topped with a blanket of golden melted cheddar cheese, this baked delight ensures every bite is loaded with satisfying texture and taste. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a short trip to the oven, this casserole is a time-saving, one-pan meal that balances nutrition and indulgence. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of brightness, and enjoy a dish that feels like a warm hug on a plate.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups Cooked long-grain white rice
• 1 15-oz can Canned diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 15-oz can Canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Frozen corn kernels
• 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 tsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into small pieces with a spatula. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper, mixing to evenly coat the beef mixture with spices.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked beef mixture with cooked rice, diced tomatoes, black beans, frozen corn, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until everything is well incorporated.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread it into an even layer.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Top with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2351.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3275.7

Total Fat 173.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 541.1mg	0%
Sodium 4575.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 271.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.8g
Protein 182.6g	0%

Vitamin D 48.0IU	0%
Calcium 2001.4mg	0%
Iron 28.5mg	0%
Potassium 4241.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.3%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 32.1%