Description
Cheesy Mexican Rice Casserole is a comforting dish that combines fluffy rice, savory ground meat, colorful bell peppers, zesty salsa, and a generous layer of melted cheese. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, this easy-to-make casserole is packed with flavor and sure to please everyone at the table. With its beautiful presentation and customizable ingredients, it quickly becomes a household favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 2 chopped bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack mix)
- Sour cream (to taste)
- Chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Sauté chopped bell peppers in the skillet for about five minutes until tender.
- In a bowl, combine cooked rice, meat mixture, salsa, and half of the cheese; mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg