Beef Burrito Casserole
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
6 1.33 cups each
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Calories
42993 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Others
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Cuisine
American, International, gluten-free
Beef Burrito Casserole
Description
Beef Burrito Casserole blends savory ground beef cooked with garlic and seasoned with chili powder alongside cooked rice and black beans. Salsa contributes moisture and tang, while cream cheese adds creaminess within the layers. Shredded cheddar cheese melts on the surface during baking, giving a golden topping that complements the casserole’s interior.
The casserole is assembled in a 3-quart dish, layered to distribute flavors evenly, then baked covered to prevent drying and uncovered at the end to melt cheese and brown the top. Sliced green onions added before serving add freshness and crunch.
This casserole is practical for using leftover cooked rice, which benefits from chilling before assembly to avoid gumminess. The recipe is suitable as a filling main dish for dinner, combining proteins, starches, and vegetables in one dish.
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp neutral cooking oil $0.04, generic cooking oil
- 1/2 lb. ground beef $1.99
- 1 clove garlic $0.08, minced
- 1 pinch salt $0.02
- 4 cups rice $0.75, cooked
- 1 oz. can black beans $0.89
- 1 oz. jar salsa $1.00
- 4 green onion $0.44, divided
- 1/2 Tbsp chili powder $0.15
- 4 oz. cream cheese $1.00
- 1 cup cheddar cheese $0.75, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Add the cooking oil, beef, garlic, and a pinch of salt to a skillet. Cook the beef over medium heat until fully browned. Drain the excess fat, if necessary.
- Rinse and drain the canned beans in a colander. Slice the green onions. Add the beans, half of the green onions, cooked rice, browned beef, salsa, and chili powder to a large bowl. Stir to combine.
- Coat a 3 quart casserole dish with non-stick spray. Spread half of the rice and beef mixture into the bottom of the casserole dish. Add small dollops of the cream cheese evenly across the surface, then cover with the remaining rice and beef mixture.
- Cover the dish with foil to prevent the rice from drying out while baking, and bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven. After 25 minutes, remove the foil and top with the shredded cheddar cheese. Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Top with the remaining sliced green onions just before serving.
Notes
- Chill cooked rice before assembling the casserole to keep it from becoming sticky or gummy.
- Stock up on shredded cheese when it’s on sale and freeze for future use.
- This casserole serves well as a filling meal combining protein, beans, and grains.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 61.33 cups each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 42993 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 429.93kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 48.28g | 16% |
| Protein | 19.93g | 40% |
| Fat | 20.78g | 32% |
| Sodium | 1136.87mg | 47% |
| Fiber | 7.77g | 31% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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