French Onion Beef and Rice Casserole
French onion beef and rice casserole is a comforting one-dish meal that combines tender ground beef, sweet caramelized onions, and fluffy long-grain rice, all enveloped in gooey melted Swiss cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish not only warms your heart but also delights your taste buds with its rich flavors and creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium sweet onions, sliced
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- 1 – 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 – 2 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté sliced onions in oil until caramelized (10-15 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned (5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat.
- Combine cooked beef and onions with uncooked rice, garlic powder, beef broth, salt, and pepper in the skillet.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and top generously with shredded Swiss cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; remove foil for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option. - Add mushrooms or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.