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    Home » Meals » Supper

    Mexican Rice Casserole

    Published: Apr 6, 2015 · Modified: Oct 6, 2021 by Kim This post may contain affiliate links.

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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!

    mexican rice casserole in a baking dish with melted cheese

    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 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. You could use boil in the bag rice like I used in this Mexican Hamburger Rice.

    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 easy supper recipe. 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.

    Mexican Rice Casserole recipe has a blend of spices your family will enjoy. Hamburger, rice and tomatoes make up this dish, with of course cheese!

    Mexican Rice Casserole

    Kim Strawn
    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!
    4.36 from 14 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Casserole
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 12 servings
    Calories 238 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb hamburger
    • 1 12 oz can tomatoes with or without chili's
    • 1 ½ cups dry rice
    • 3 cups water
    • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
    • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning or to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Fry hamburger until hamburger is no longer pink.
    • Add taco seasoning to hamburger and stir.
    • Cook for 5 minutes longer.
    • While hamburger is cooking, boil water and rice according to rice package directions.
    • When rice is through cooking, mix cooked hamburger, tomatoes, and rice in a lightly sprayed square casserole dish.
    • Sprinkle cheese on top.
    • Bake for 25 minutes at 375*. Remove foil and bake for 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 238kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 11gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 151mgPotassium: 142mgVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 117mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword mexican rice casserole, tacos
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    Rice, hamburger, Mexican recipe in a casserole dish

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    1. Dana

      June 09, 2020 at 5:59 pm

      This casserole is SO delicious!!! A new staple in our family's favorite dishes 😋 Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
      • Kim

        June 09, 2020 at 7:47 pm

        I'm glad you liked it!

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        • Dee

          January 12, 2021 at 7:34 pm

          Hi. At what point do you add the cups of water? Not in the instructions.

        • Kim

          January 12, 2021 at 7:39 pm

          Hello! You use it to cook the rice. Then mix the rice with the other ingredients. I hope that helps!

    2. Shelley

      June 08, 2020 at 8:39 am

      I want to make this but would want to make in a 9x13 pan. Would I double the ingredients?

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      • Kim

        June 08, 2020 at 10:04 am

        Yes, I would! I would however do 2 1/2 cups of rice and 5 cups of water. I think 3 would be a bit much.

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    3. Arnell

      April 30, 2020 at 6:05 pm

      5 stars
      My honey loved this receipe. It was a huge hit!

      Reply
    4. Lisa Robinson

      April 25, 2020 at 6:16 pm

      5 stars
      I made this tonight and it was great! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Kim

        April 27, 2020 at 9:44 am

        Glad you enjoyed it!!

        Reply
    5. Dianne

      April 11, 2020 at 10:28 pm

      Made this during quarantine with things I had
      Onion
      Hamburger meat seasoned with chipotle corn seasoning and chili powder
      Taco seasoning.
      I used pasta shells - no rice
      Chili kidney beans
      Sliced black olives
      Zesty chili tomatoes
      It was delicious!!

      Reply
      • Kim

        April 13, 2020 at 1:56 pm

        I'm so glad you liked it! I have been using up items I have too and "tweaking" certain recipes to fit what I have. Thanks for the comment!

        Reply
    6. Lynn

      September 28, 2019 at 9:20 am

      Can this be put together and refrigerated the day before actually baking?

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      • Kim

        September 29, 2019 at 4:30 pm

        I have never made it the day before, but I would think it could. If you are making it for guests for the first time, I wouldn't try it, but if you are making it for your own family, give it try!

        Reply
    7. Sherry

      September 27, 2018 at 4:51 pm

      What size can of tomatoes with green chili? I’m making mine with cauliflower rice. Will let you how turns out. Thank you

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      • Kim

        October 01, 2018 at 12:23 pm

        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.

        Reply
    8. Rondi

      February 16, 2018 at 9:53 pm

      3 stars
      What does taco seasoning to taste actually mean? Please put an amount. That's what recipes are for.

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      • Kim

        February 17, 2018 at 3:27 pm

        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.

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    9. Rebecca

      October 25, 2017 at 6:47 pm

      5 stars
      Made this tonight. A huge hit. I added a can of drained & rinsed black beans. Easy & fast dinner. Will definitely make again.

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      • Kim

        October 26, 2017 at 12:48 pm

        I am so glad! It makes my day to hear I helped feed families! :-) May I also recommend the popular Hamburger Casserole.

        Reply
    10. Ashley

      April 19, 2017 at 3:21 pm

      Do you need to drain the hamburger first?

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      • Kim

        April 19, 2017 at 3:55 pm

        Yes, you do!

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      • Danielle Marie

        June 21, 2017 at 2:43 pm

        Alway deain!

        Reply
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