Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole. This heartwarming dish is a delightful blend of savory ground beef, sweet caramelized onions, and fluffy long-grain rice, all topped with creamy Swiss cheese and crispy fried onions. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this one-dish wonder not only offers a delicious meal but also simplifies cleanup. Packed with rich flavors reminiscent of French onion soup, it’s a guaranteed hit that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- ½ cup French fried onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced onions in olive oil until golden brown (10-12 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Season the beef mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the seasoned beef mixture with uncooked rice and beef broth in a large bowl.
- Transfer to the greased baking dish; cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove foil, sprinkle Swiss cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Finish with crispy fried onions and parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg