Description
Beef Enchilada Rice Casserole is an easy, 35‑minute recipe that brings Mexican flavor to your table, perfect for weeknight meals and crowd‑pleasing comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked long‑grain rice
- 1½ cups water or low‑sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup red enchilada sauce
- 1 cup black beans
- drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sweet corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp chili powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- to taste
- 2 green onions
- sliced
- Optional: ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease a 9‑x‑13‑inch baking dish.,In a large skillet over medium‑high heat, add the ground beef.
- Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5‑6 minutes.
- Drain excess fat.,Stir in the cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the enchilada sauce and mix until the beef is evenly coated.,Add the uncooked rice, water (or broth), black beans, and corn to the skillet.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 12‑15 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.,Transfer the beef‑rice mixture to the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top.,Bake uncovered for 15‑20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.,Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and optional cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Nutrition is approximate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
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