Mexican Ground Beef And Rice Casserole Recipe

5 from 1 vote

This Mexican ground beef casserole is budget-friendly, easy to make, and irresistibly tasty. Enjoy the feast without a fuss!

Prep Time10

Cook Time25

Resting time (optional)5

Course: Dinner, Main

Cuisine: American, Mexican, Tex-Mex

Keyword: Ground beef, rice

Servings:

Calories: 668kcal

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Sauté onion and red bell pepper for 2 minutes.
1 tbsp Vegetable oil, 1 cup Onion, 1/2 cup Red bell pepper
Add ground beef and cook until no pink remains. Stir in garlic.
1 lb Ground beef, 3 cloves Garlic
Incorporate spices and tomato paste; cook for 1 minute.
4 tbsp Tomato paste, 1 tbsp Chili powder, 1 tsp Oregano, 1 1/2 tsp Cumin, 1 tsp Coriander, 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes, 1 tsp Paprika, 1 tsp Kosher salt, 1/2 tsp Black pepper
Add beef stock, rice, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and chiles. Stir well.
1 cup Rice, 2 1/4 cup Beef stock, 14 oz Corn, 14 oz Black beans
Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 25 minutes, or until rice is tender.
Remove from heat, stir in half the cheese, then top with the remaining cheese. Cover until cheese melts.
1 cup Cheddar cheese, 1 cup Pepper Jack cheese
Serve immediately, garnished as desired.

Leftovers?

Cool leftovers, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat in the microwave until hot.