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Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Mexican Casserole

Packed with seasoned ground beef, rice, and black beans, this easy Mexican ground beef and rice casserole is a hearty, flavor-packed dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time1 hour 40 minutes
Course: 100 + BEST Easy Beef Recipes for Dinner, Everyone's Favorite Mexican Recipes
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: beans, black beans, casserole, dinner, ground beef, main dish, mexican, rice
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Carrian Cheney

Ingredients

  • 1 Pound Ground Beef
  • 1 Taco Seasoning Packet (+ the water called for in the package instructions)
  • 1 Can Fiesta Nacho Cheese Soup
  • 1 Cup Long Grain White Rice (uncooked)
  • 2 Cups Water
  • 1 Can Black Beans drained
  • 9 Slices Cheddar or Colby Jack cheese
  • Salsa for serving
  • Avocado for serving

Instructions

  • Heat the oven to 350 degrees F and spray an 8×9-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Heat a skillet to medium heat and brown the ground beef.
    1 Pound Ground Beef
  • Drain off the fat and add the taco seasoning packet along with the water called for on the package directions.
    1 Taco Seasoning Packet
  • Simmer until thickened.
  • Stir together the soup, rice, remaining water, beans, and cooked beef.
    1 Can Fiesta Nacho Cheese Soup, 1 Cup Long Grain White Rice, 2 Cups Water, 1 Can Black Beans
  • Place in the baking dish and bake for 90 minutes.
  • Top with cheese slices and bake a few more minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
    9 Slices Cheddar or Colby Jack cheese, Salsa, Avocado

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Notes

If you'd like to double this recipe, simply double the ingredients and bake it in a 9x13-inch pan. The bake time remains the same. 
Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.