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Mexican Rice Casserole is a blend of flavors your family will enjoy. Adjust for your family’s tastes, this casserole is adaptable and delicious!
This Mexican Rice Casserole is beyond easy. It is only a few ingredients and most importantly, it involves taco flavoring.
As I have mentioned once or twice, we are big taco eaters around here. My enjoyment for all things taco usually spills into what dinners I make at least once a week. Okay, maybe twice. Tacos, taco soup and even a different version of this Mexican Rice Casserole, the taco rice casserole, is made often at my house. Oh yes, the Taco Salad as well.
Then making this dish, I wanted to make something similar to the taco rice casserole, but add a few new twists. My husband has learned to like canned tomatoes in recipes so I wanted to strike while the iron was hot. {I’ve waited almost 18 years for that breakthrough.} 😉
Mexican Rice Casserole Tips
Cooking the rice first, before it goes into the oven, cuts down on cook time drastically. With the rice already cooked, this recipe only takes a short time to heat up in the oven. Just cook the rice the same time as the hamburger is browning on the stove.
The ingredients for Mexican Rice Casserole are easily adjustable for a smaller or larger quantities. Also, I used a can of tomatoes seasoned with chili’s in this Mexican Rice Casserole. It adds the extra kick, however, if your family doesn’t enjoy the spicy flavoring, just use regular tomatoes.
I would pair this casserole up with broccoli ranch salad or a apple cranberry salad. Dessert? Well, there is that… Caramel Shortbread Cookies or Golden Lemon Cookie N Cream Bars.
This Mexican Rice Casserole is a perfect addition to your family mealtime with its spicy flavors and cheesy topping. Made with rice, tomatoes, hamburger and cheese, this casserole is easy and enjoyable!
- 1 lb hamburger
- 1 12 oz can tomatoes with or without chili's
- 1 1/2 cups dry rice
- 3 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning or to taste
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Fry hamburger until hamburger is no longer pink.
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Add taco seasoning to hamburger and stir.
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Cook for 5 minutes longer.
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While hamburger is cooking, boil water and rice according to rice package directions.
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When rice is through cooking, mix cooked hamburger, tomatoes, and rice in a lightly sprayed square casserole dish.
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Sprinkle cheese on top.
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Bake for 25 minutes at 375*. Remove foil and bake for 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
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Ashley says
Do you need to drain the hamburger first?
Kim says
Yes, you do!
Danielle Marie says
Alway deain!
Rebecca says
Made this tonight. A huge hit. I added a can of drained & rinsed black beans. Easy & fast dinner. Will definitely make again.
Kim says
I am so glad! It makes my day to hear I helped feed families! 🙂 May I also recommend the popular Hamburger Casserole.
Rondi says
What does taco seasoning to taste actually mean? Please put an amount. That’s what recipes are for.
Kim says
Well, it actually means taste to your liking. I would put the entire packet of taco seasoning in, per my taste. My husband would want about 1/2 packet and the children less. It all depends on your liking.
In recipes, you will often see the phrase “salt and pepper to taste”. My mom would put in no salt and I would put in more. I do hope that helps and clears up any confusion.
Sherry says
What size can of tomatoes with green chili? I’m making mine with cauliflower rice. Will let you how turns out. Thank you
Kim says
Sorry, I am just now able to answer this! I hope you were able to make it and it turned out well for you! In case you haven’t made it yet, I used 10 oz can.