Go Back
–+ servings
Beef & Mushroom Rice Bake

Creamy Beef & Mushroom Rice Bake for Cozy Comfort Nights

A comforting Beef & Mushroom Rice Bake, perfect for cozy dinners that warms both belly and heart.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Lean ground beef recommended
  • 1 medium Onion Diced yellow onion preferred
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Sliced cremini or portobello mushrooms
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh preferred
For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Avoid instant rice, jasmine or basmati preferred
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Low-sodium options recommended
  • 1 cup Cream of Mushroom Soup Can use cream of chicken as a variation
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a healthier alternative
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can swap with Monterey Jack or mozzarella

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Brown 1 pound of ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add 1 diced onion and 8 ounces of sliced mushrooms. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Incorporate 1 cup of uncooked long-grain white rice, 2 cups of beef broth, and 1 cup of cream of mushroom soup. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup of sour cream until creamy and well blended.
  7. Transfer the mixture into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
  8. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  9. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  10. Remove foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15–20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  11. Let the dish rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Prep the dish ahead of time and refrigerate. For the best results, extend baking time by a few minutes when baking straight from the fridge.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!