Ground beef, long-grain rice, and a can of diced tomatoes cook together in beef broth for this crockpot beef and rice casserole, so the rice picks up all the savory flavor. A cup of mixed vegetables and some onion round it out into a complete one-pot meal.
Using a Crockpot makes preparation easy, and the result is a hearty casserole that the whole family will enjoy. It’s a great way to incorporate nutritious ingredients with minimal effort.
Hearty Crockpot Beef and Rice Casserole
This casserole features ground beef cooked with rice, tomatoes, and mixed vegetables, all simmered together in a slow cooker. The recipe takes about 6-8 hours to cook on low and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Combine Ingredients: In the Crockpot, combine the browned beef, uncooked rice, diced tomatoes, beef broth, mixed vegetables, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Stir well to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Add Cheese: If desired, sprinkle shredded cheese on top during the last 15 minutes of cooking, allowing it to melt.
- Serve: Stir the casserole before serving and enjoy hot.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 servings
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
I let it rest for a few minutes after cooking so the rice finishes absorbing the liquid. A little shredded cheese melted on top turns it into pure comfort food for a cold evening.
