Introduction

This Cheesy Hamburger Rice Casserole is a comforting and easy-to-make meal perfect for busy weeknights. Ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, and tender rice come together with melted mozzarella cheese for a delicious and satisfying dish.

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Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
½ cup long grain white rice
¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Crumble the ground beef into a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until evenly browned, then drain off excess grease.
Step 2: Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, diced tomatoes (with juice), and uncooked rice. Cover the skillet and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the rice is cooked, about 15 minutes.
Step 3: Preheat your oven’s broiler. Transfer the contents of the skillet to a casserole dish and cover with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Step 4: Broil until the cheese is melted and golden brown. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve and enjoy.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add diced onions and garlic when browning the ground beef.
Substitute the mozzarella with cheddar or pepper jack cheese for a different taste.
Use brown rice instead of white rice, but increase simmering time to 35-40 minutes until cooked.
Add chopped bell peppers or mushrooms for additional veggies.

Storage

Store leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven until warmed through. To prevent drying out, cover with foil when reheating in the oven.

How to Serve

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Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of soup instead of cream of mushroom?

Yes, cream of chicken or cream of celery soup can be used as alternatives, but cream of mushroom adds a richer flavor that complements the beef well.

Do I need to cook the rice before adding it to the casserole?

No, the uncooked rice is simmered in the skillet with the beef and soup mixture, allowing it to cook fully in about 15 minutes before broiling.

Cheesy Hamburger Rice Casserole Recipe

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A comforting and easy-to-make cheesy hamburger rice casserole combining ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner, this recipe simmers the ingredients together before broiling a golden cheese topping.

Author: zara
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: Casserole
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
½ cup long grain white rice
¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Brown the ground beef: Crumble the ground beef into a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until the beef is evenly browned. Drain off excess grease to keep the casserole from becoming greasy.
Add soup, tomatoes, and rice: Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, diced tomatoes with their juice, and the uncooked long grain white rice. These ingredients will cook together, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors.
Simmer the mixture: Cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Continue simmering until the rice is fully cooked, about 15 minutes.
Preheat the broiler: While the rice cooks, preheat your oven’s broiler to prepare for melting the cheese topping.
Transfer to casserole dish: When the rice is done, transfer the contents of the skillet to a casserole dish, spreading it evenly.
Add cheese topping: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the casserole evenly.
Broil the casserole: Place the casserole under the broiler until the cheese melts and becomes toasty and browned, watching closely to prevent burning.
Season and serve: Season the finished casserole with salt and pepper to taste, then serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or celery soup for variation.
For a spicier twist, add chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce when simmering.
Use brown rice instead of white, but increase cooking time accordingly since brown rice takes longer to cook.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.
If desired, garnish with fresh parsley or chopped green onions before serving for added color and flavor.

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