Mexican Rice Casserole with Ground Beef

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this hearty and flavorful Mexican Rice Casserole with Ground Beef—an all-in-one dish that's both comforting and packed with vibrant Southwestern flair. Featuring tender ground beef, perfectly seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and paprika, and combined with fluffy rice, black beans, and sweet corn, this casserole brings layers of bold flavors together in a single skillet. The dish is smothered with gooey melted cheddar cheese for a comforting finishing touch and baked to perfection. With simple pantry staples like beef broth, tomato sauce, and fresh veggies such as bell peppers and onions, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for family dinners or entertaining. Customize it with optional cilantro for a burst of freshness before serving warm. Ready in under an hour, this crowd-pleasing casserole is a must-try for lovers of Tex-Mex cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1.5 cups white or brown rice
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 medium diced onion
• 1 medium diced green bell pepper
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large oven-safe skillet or casserole dish, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and green bell pepper and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 6

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper until the beef mixture is evenly seasoned.

Step 7

Add the rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the beef and vegetable mixture.

Step 8

Pour in the beef broth and tomato sauce. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly distributed.

Step 9

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Stir in the black beans and frozen corn.

Step 11

Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 12

Cover the skillet or dish with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.

Step 13

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.

Step 14

Remove the lid or foil and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese on top. Return to the oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.

Step 15

Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve warm. Enjoy your Mexican Rice Casserole with Ground Beef!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2875.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3141.2

Total Fat 178.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g
Cholesterol 543.2mg	0%
Sodium 7300.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 219.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.5g
Protein 183.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1984.7mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 3450.8mg	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: 50.0%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 27.2%