Taco Rice Casserole
A simple and hearty casserole made with seasoned ground beef, rice, beans, corn, and plenty of taco flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you need something filling and family-friendly.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ⅓ cup chopped onion
- 15.25 oz canned corn drained
- 15 oz canned black beans drained and rinsed
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes undrained
- 4 oz canned diced green chiles drained
- 1 cup minute rice
- 1 cup water
- 1 oz taco seasoning packet
- 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese divided
- Chopped cilantro and sour cream for topping optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish.
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Add corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, green chiles, rice, water, and taco seasoning. Stir until well mixed.
- Fold in half of the shredded cheese.
- Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until rice is cooked and cheese is melted.
- Let rest 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve with sour cream if desired.
Notes
- Use minute rice so it actually cooks in the oven — regular rice won’t cut it.
- Drain the corn and green chiles or the casserole can get a little soupy.
- Like it spicy? Add cayenne or swap in spicy taco seasoning.
- Want to save time? Prep the beef mix earlier and stash it in the fridge until dinner.
Nutrition
Calories: 547kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 30gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 91mgSodium: 1245mgPotassium: 702mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 929IUVitamin C: 19mgCalcium: 342mgIron: 5mg
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