Cheesy Hamburger Rice Casserole: A Cozy Comfort Dish with Turkey Bacon
A delicious and hearty casserole that combines the flavors of hamburger and rice with the creaminess of cheese, topped with crispy turkey bacon.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Standard
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with chopped onion until fully cooked.
- Add garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt to the mixture.
- Stir in the uncooked rice and beef broth, then bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled turkey bacon.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add jalapeños or hot sauce.
- You can use brown rice for a healthier option, but adjust cooking time as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Cheesy Hamburger Rice Casserole, comfort food, casserole recipes