Description

This French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole is a savory, one-pan meal made with ground beef, rice, French onion soup, and butter. It’s an easy, flavorful comfort dish perfect for weeknights or family gatherings. With a rich onion flavor and a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture, this recipe is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

1 pound lean ground beef
½ to 1 tsp garlic salt (or to taste)
2 (10.5 oz) cans beef consommé
2 (10.5 oz) cans French onion soup
¾ cup water
2 cups long-grain white rice (uncooked, not instant rice)
¾ cup butter (1 ½ sticks, cut into slices)

Optional Additions:

1 ½ cups shredded cheese (Swiss, Mozzarella, or Provolone) for a cheesy version
Crispy fried onions or crispy jalapeños for a crunchy topping

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 425°F.
Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Step 2: Cook the Ground Beef

Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Add ground beef and garlic salt, cooking until browned and fully crumbled.
Drain excess grease and remove from heat.

Step 3: Assemble the Casserole

Spread uncooked rice evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Add the browned ground beef on top of the rice.
Pour in beef consommé, French onion soup, and water.
Stir everything together for even distribution.

Step 4: Add Butter

Cut ¾ cup butter into slices and place them evenly over the mixture.

Step 5: Bake the Casserole

Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 30 minutes, allowing the rice to absorb the liquid and develop a slight crust.

Step 6: Fluff and Serve

Once done, fluff the rice with a fork to mix everything evenly.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Cheesy Topping:

Remove the casserole from the oven 10 minutes before it’s done.
Sprinkle 1 ½ cups shredded cheese over the top.
Return to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Crunchy Topping:

After baking, sprinkle crispy fried onions or crispy jalapeños on top.
Place under the broiler for 3-5 minutes until golden and crispy.

Storage & Reheating:

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months.
Reheat:
- Oven: Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave: Heat in 30-second intervals until warmed through.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour10 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Calories: 450
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 1100mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 65mg