One Pan Mexican Rice Casserole with Ground Beef
 
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Cheesy, savory, super fulfilling, and incredibly easy to make... your whole family will love this Mexican Rice Casserole!
Serves: 8
Ingredients
FOR THE MEXICAN RICE CASSEROLE:
  • 1 lb. Ground Beef
  • ¼ Small Red Onion, diced
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper, diced
  • 1 tbsp. Cumin
  • 2 tsp. Chili Powder
  • 1 tbsp. Smoked Paprika
  • 2 tsp. Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp. Salt
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Kernels, thawed
  • 15 ounce can Black Beans, drained
  • 4 cups Cooked Brown Rice
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese, split in half
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese, split in half
  • 10 ounce can Tomato Love with Double More Chilies
OPTIONAL, FOR GARNISH:
  • Fresh Cilantro,
  • Diced Green Onions
  • Avocado, sliced
  • Mexican Crema Drizzle
  • Your Favorite Hot Sauce
Instructions
  1. Cook brown rice (or grain of choice) and set aside.
  2. Sauté the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Once browned, add the diced shallot and bell pepper. Continue to cook until slightly softened, about 2 - 3 minutes.
  4. Add all seasonings, corn kernels, black beans and cooked rice. Cover with ½ cup or Monterey Jack and ½ cup of Cheddar. Mix to combine.
  5. Add the Tomato Love with Double More Chilies, mix, and top with remaining cheese. Preheat the skillet in a 400F preheated oven for 3 - 4 minutes, or until cheese has melted.
  6. Serve with desired garnishes and enjoy immediately.
Recipe by Slice of Jess at https://sliceofjess.com/one-pan-mexican-rice-casserole-with-ground-beef/