Cheesy Beefy Rice Bake

This mouthwatering Cheesy Beefy Rice Bake combines ground beef, cooked turkey, tender rice, and creamy cheese in a delightful, savory casserole. Seasoned with aromatic spices and enriched with chicken broth, this satisfying dish is finished with a creamy touch of sour cream. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or entertaining guests, this easy recipe is guaranteed to impress.
ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cooked turkey, shredded
- 2 cups rice, cooked
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2.
In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- 3.
Add the cooked turkey, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, dried parsley, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
- 4.
Stir in the cooked rice and chicken broth. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- 5.
Remove the skillet from heat and fold in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- 6.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 7.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- 8.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- 9.
Serve hot, topped with dollops of sour cream.