Description
This Cheesy Hamburger Rice Casserole is a comforting and hearty one-pot meal featuring ground beef, tender rice, and a creamy blend of cheese and sour cream. Simmered with flavorful seasonings, tomatoes with green chilies, and rich beef broth, it delivers a perfect balance of savory and cheesy goodness that’s easy to prepare and ideal for family dinners.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup uncooked white rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil to warm it up.
- Sauté onions: Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until soft and translucent, releasing their sweet flavor.
- Brown the beef: Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook it thoroughly, breaking it apart with a spoon until no pink remains.
- Drain fat: Carefully drain any excess fat from the skillet to avoid greasiness.
- Season the mixture: Stir in garlic powder, dried oregano, and black pepper to evenly season the beef and onion.
- Add rice: Pour in the uncooked white rice and stir well to coat it with the meat and onion mixture.
- Combine liquids: Add the beef broth, cream of mushroom soup, and diced tomatoes with green chilies; mix until fully incorporated.
- Bring to boil: Increase heat to medium-high until the mixture starts boiling.
- Simmer covered: Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let it simmer gently for 20-25 minutes until rice absorbs the liquid and becomes tender.
- Remove from heat: Once rice is cooked through, take the skillet off the heat source.
- Mix in cheese and sour cream: Stir shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream into the casserole until the cheese melts and the texture becomes creamy.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste and add additional salt or pepper if desired to perfect the flavor.
- Serve: Dish out the casserole hot and enjoy this rich, cheesy meal.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure the cream of mushroom soup is certified gluten-free.
- Use low-fat sour cream if you wish to reduce calories without sacrificing creaminess.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat easily in the microwave.
- You may substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
