Description
Indulge in this cozy taco rice casserole that combines seasoned ground beef, fluffy rice, and melted cheese for a delightful family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking dish by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
- 2. Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 3. Mix in Rice: In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice with the beef mixture and fold in sour cream until evenly coated.
- 4. Layer It Up: Transfer half of the mixture into the prepared baking dish, sprinkle with half of the cheese, then layer the remaining mixture and top with the rest of the cheese.
- 5. Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- 6. Serve It Up: Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Optional toppings include diced avocado or chopped cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg