Taco Rice Casserole

Taco Rice Casserole

from noblepig.com
50 min
8 servings

This Taco Rice Casserole is one of the easiest ways to switch up taco night. It’s layered with classic taco flavors and finished off with queso, because it makes everything better!

Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 2 cups dry, instant Minute rice
  • 16 oz. jarred salsa (use your favorite)
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 16 oz. queso dip (this can be refrigerated or shelf stable queso dip)
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 large tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 350°F and spray a 9x13 casserole dish with nonstick spray.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Drain the excess grease and transfer the beef to the casserole dish.

  3. 3

    Add the rice, salsa, beef broth, onion, and taco seasoning to the dish, stirring everything together.

  4. 4

    Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

  5. 5

    Remove the foil, then top with queso and Mexican cheese blend. Bake for another 5 minutes, until the cheese melts.

  6. 6

    Finish by sprinkling with tomatoes and cilantro.