Easy Seven Layer Rice Casserole Recipe

This incredibly easy seven-layer rice casserole requires NO pre-cooking of the ground beef! Simply layer the ingredients in a single dish and bake to perfection. It's a hearty, cheesy, and satisfying meal ready in under 2 hours. Customize it with your favorite seasonings – we suggest seasoned salt, black pepper, fresh garlic, and optional Parmesan cheese for the beef, and a sprinkle of cheddar in the middle for extra cheesy goodness!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 95 mins

Calories 727.2 kcal

Protein 89g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Seven Layer Rice Casserole

Long Grain White Rice
Whole Kernel Corn
Salt And Pepper
Tomato Sauce
Water
Onion
Green Bell Pepper
Lean Ground Beef
Diced Tomatoes
6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Cheddar Cheese

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How to Make Easy Seven Layer Rice Casserole

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
Grease a 2-quart casserole dish with butter.
Layer ingredients in the casserole dish in the following order: uncooked rice, seasoned ground beef, condensed cream of mushroom soup, salsa, shredded cheddar cheese, black olives, and finally, crispy cooked bacon on top.
Cover the casserole dish with foil.
Bake for 60 minutes.
Remove foil and continue baking for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the casserole is bubbly.
During the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle additional shredded cheddar cheese over the top for extra cheesy goodness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

92g

Carbs

18g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Seven Layer Rice Casserole?

Easy Seven Layer Rice Casserole takes about 115 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 95 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Seven Layer Rice Casserole?

Easy Seven Layer Rice Casserole has approximately 727.2 calories per serving, with about 89 g protein, 18 g carbohydrates and 56 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Seven Layer Rice Casserole?

The key ingredients for Easy Seven Layer Rice Casserole are Long Grain White Rice, Whole Kernel Corn, Salt And Pepper, Tomato Sauce, Water, Onion. See the full list with measurements above.