Easy Taco Rice Casserole

Satisfy your craving for comfort food with this Easy Taco Rice Casserole, a crowd-pleasing, one-dish meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Combining hearty ground beef (or turkey), fluffy rice, zesty taco seasoning, black beans, juicy diced tomatoes, and sweet corn, this casserole is packed with bold Tex-Mex flavors in every bite. A creamy layer of sour cream and a generous topping of melted cheddar cheese elevate this dish to pure comfort food perfection. Ready in under an hour and made with pantry staples, this recipe is as convenient as it is delicious. Serve it garnished with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and extra zest. Whether you're feeding a family or planning meal prep, this taco rice casserole is sure to be a new favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 tbsp taco seasoning
• 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the meat is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Stir in the taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to allow the seasoning to coat the meat evenly.

Step 4

Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the cooked rice, black beans, diced tomatoes (with their juices), and frozen corn. Stir until everything is evenly distributed.

Step 5

Add in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and the sour cream. Mix until well combined.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 7

Top the casserole with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2677.4 grams (2677.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3845

Total Fat 205.40g	263%
Saturated Fat 112.40g	562%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 658mg	219%
Sodium 6781mg	295%
Total Carbohydrate 334.90g	122%
Dietary Fiber 41.00g	146%
Total Sugars 47.40g
Protein 192.60g	385%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2257mg	174%
Iron 25mg	136%
Potassium 3783mg	80%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.7%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 33.8%