French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole
Ground beef, rice, and creamy French onion flavor baked into a bubbly, cheesy casserole that’s perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 (10.5 oz) can French onion soup
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Swiss cheese
Time & Yield
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Bake: 45 minutes
- Total: 55 minutes
- Serves: 6
Tips
- Use brown rice or wild rice for extra texture (increase baking time).
- Swap ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
- Add sautéed mushrooms for a deeper umami flavor.
Directions
- Preheat: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch dish.
- Cook Beef: Brown ground beef with onion until no pink remains. Drain fat.
- Combine: Mix beef with soups, broth, rice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bake: Cover tightly with foil and bake 40–45 minutes, until rice is tender.
- Cheese: Sprinkle cheese on top and bake uncovered for 5–10 more minutes.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, then serve warm. Garnish with thyme if desired.
Comforting, cheesy, and satisfying — this casserole will be on your regular dinner rotation!
