Ingredients
Scale
- 1 serving cooking spray
- ¾ pound ground beef
- ⅓ cup diced onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
- 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup water
- 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning
- 1 sheet aluminum foil
- ½ (8 ounce) package grated sharp Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 7×11-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add onion and garlic and cook for 5 more minutes.
- Mix in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, rice, water, and taco seasoning. Stir well.
- Transfer mixture to the casserole dish and cover with foil.
- Bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for 15 more minutes until cheese is golden brown.
Notes
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- You can prepare the casserole ahead and bake it later.
- Use a strainer for tomatoes to prevent excess moisture.
- Top with sour cream, avocado, or jalapeños if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Lactose
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg