Description
A warm and satisfying casserole dish featuring ground beef, rice, and the deep, savory flavor of French onion soup. It’s topped with gooey cheddar cheese and finished with a touch of sour cream for a creamy, irresistible texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can (10.5 oz) French onion soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside. - Cook the Ground Beef:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 4-5 minutes.
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat. - Mix the Casserole Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the cooked rice, French onion soup, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well blended.
Fold in the cooked beef and onions, mixing until everything is evenly combined. - Assemble the Casserole:
Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. - Bake:
Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the top is lightly golden and bubbly. - Garnish and Serve:
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
- This casserole reheats beautifully, making it perfect for leftovers.
- Swap out cheddar cheese for mozzarella or Swiss for a different flavor profile.
- Add a dash of Worcestershire sauce to the ground beef for extra depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole, easy weeknight dinner, comfort food, casserole recipe