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One-Pot Mexican Rice Casserole is a family favorite.

 Hearty, flavorful, and made in a single pan, this One Pot Mexican Rice Casserole is the perfect blend of seasoned ground beef, rice, beans, and melty cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 ½ cups beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Chopped green onions and cilantro for topping

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook ground beef and onion until browned. Add garlic and stir.
  2. Stir in rice, beans, diced tomatoes, broth, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a boil.
  3. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  4. Uncover and top with cheese. Cover again to melt the cheese, or broil for 2 minutes.
  5. Garnish with green onions and cilantro.

Notes

  • Easily adaptable with ground turkey or veggie crumbles.
  • Spice it up with jalapeños or hot sauce.

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