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French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole (Easy One-Dish Family Dinner)

Melisha Kreppein
This French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole combines the savory flavor of French onion soup with hearty ground beef, tender mushrooms, and buttery, fluffy rice. It’s an easy, one-dish dinner perfect for a busy weeknight or cozy family meal. With simple ingredients and rich, comforting flavors, this casserole is guaranteed to become a new favorite in your dinner rotation.
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Course Casseroles, Main Dish
Cuisine American, French
Servings 6 servings
Calories 578 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp butter
  • ½ medium onion diced
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 pkg Lipton Onion Soup Mix
  • 1 ½ cups long grain rice like Basmati or Jasmine
  • 10.5 oz can beef consommé
  • 10.5 oz can French Onion Soup
  • ½ cup beef broth
  • 1 stick butter

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil and 1 teaspoon butter over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and sliced mushrooms. Cook until onions are softened and mushrooms release their juices.
  • Add ground beef and the packet of Lipton Onion Soup Mix. Cook until beef is browned. Drain excess grease.
  • Spray a 9x13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Add uncooked rice, beef consommé, beef broth, and French onion soup. Stir in the cooked beef mixture until evenly combined.
  • Cut the stick of butter into small pieces and scatter them evenly over the top.
  • Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Remove foil, stir, and bake uncovered for another 30 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • Optional: Sprinkle shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese over the top and bake 5 more minutes until melted.
  • Garnish with French-fried onions or chopped green onions before serving, if desired.

Notes

Make-Ahead, Freezer & Leftover Tips

  • Make-Ahead: Assemble everything up to the baking step. Cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
  • Freeze: Assemble the casserole (unbaked), wrap tightly in foil, and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before baking as directed.
  • Reheat: Store leftovers in an airtight container and warm individual servings in the microwave or oven.
Pro Tip: Add a splash of beef broth when reheating to bring back that fresh-from-the-oven creaminess.

Recipe Variations

  • Add Veggies: Mix in peas or green beans for extra color and nutrition.
  • Cheesy Upgrade: Add a layer of mozzarella or provolone between the rice and beef for a gooey twist.
  • Lighter Version: Use ground turkey or ground chicken and reduced-sodium soup.
  • Mushroom Lover’s Dream: Double the mushrooms and swap Gruyere for Swiss.

Nutrition

Calories: 578kcalCarbohydrates: 71gProtein: 25gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 89mgSodium: 4437mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 499IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 102mgIron: 3mg
Keyword French Onion Ground Beef and Rice Casserole
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