Mexican Beef And Rice Casserole
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
424 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Mexican Beef And Rice Casserole
Description
Mexican Beef and Rice Casserole brings together ground beef cooked with onion, bell pepper, and garlic, seasoned with taco spices, then combined with salsa, tomato paste, drained corn, black beans, and green chilies. Uncooked rice and beef broth are added and simmered to cook the rice through. The casserole is finished by melting a topping of Mexican blend cheese over it. The dish balances savory spiced meat with the sweetness of corn and the soft texture of cooked rice, enhanced by melted cheese. Cooking the rice directly in the savory mixture allows flavors to meld and the rice to absorb the juices.
The casserole can be served on its own as a filling main, suitable for dinner or lunch. It offers a convenient way to combine staple ingredients into a satisfying layered dish. Additional garnishes like freshly chopped tomatoes can brighten the flavor. The recipe uses common pantry ingredients, making it practical for home cooking without complex preparation steps.
The layered approach helps keep the textures balanced, and simmering the rice in the beef broth ensures even cooking without needing separate steps. Leftovers can be refrigerated and gently reheated, making this casserole useful for meal prep or family meals.
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 1/2 onion , chopped
- 1 green bell pepper , chopped
- 2 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 3 Tablespoons taco seasoning (either 1 store-bought packet or homemade)
- 1-1/2 cups red salsa
- 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup corn , drained
- 1 (16-ounce) can black beans , drained
- 1 (4-ounce) can green chilies
- 1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups Mexican blend cheese Cheddar, Monterrey Jack, shredded
Instructions
- In a large skillet, over medium heat, cook the chopped onion, and bell pepper in oil for about 5 minutes or until the onion and bell pepper are softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute stirring frequently to prevent the garlic from burning.
- Add the ground beef and cook for another 5 minutes. After the ground beef is cooked, drain the extra grease.
- Sprinkle taco seasoning over the cooked ground beef and stir until the ground beef is covered with the taco seasoning.
- After the ground beef is seasoned and cooked, add the drained corn, black beans, salsa, tomato paste, and green chilies and stir until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the dish.
- Add the uncooked rice and beef broth.
- Cover and bring the rice mixture to a boil and then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 18 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded Mexican Cheese over the casserole. Cover for about 3 to 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
- Garnish with chopped tomatoes, green onions, or cilantro. Serve hot!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 424 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 424kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 12% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 936mg | 39% |
| Potassium | 575mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 660IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 20.5mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 465mg | 47% |
| Iron | 2.6mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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