Cheeseburger Casserole
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Albertsons. All opinions are 100% mine.
This cheeseburger casserole is a combination of ground beef, rice, cheese, bacon and seasonings, all baked together to golden brown perfection. Top with pickles, tomato and chipotle mayo for a family-friendly dinner that everyone will love!
When it comes to dinner time, you can’t go wrong with a cheesy casserole! My family goes crazy over taco casserole, Mexican casserole and this easy cheeseburger casserole.
Everyone loves a good cheeseburger, and this cheeseburger casserole is like your favorite burger served up in casserole form! It’s a simple mix of ingredients and takes just minutes to put together, but the end result is a comfort food classic that’s sure to be a hit.
As an added plus, this dish makes for a super convenient weekday meal option. You can even prepare it in advance and then pop it in the oven when you’re ready to serve dinner!
Whether it’s virtually or in-person, back-to-school time is just around the corner. And it’s always nice to have some meal options, that are easy and the kids will enjoy. This cheeseburger casserole is totally that meal!
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How do you make cheeseburger casserole?
- This recipes starts with cooking bacon until it’s nice and crisp.
- Once the bacon is cooked, set aside and use the same skillet to cook the ground beef, onion, seasonings and then rice.
- Remove from heat and add ketchup, mustard, Greek yogurt, egg whites and cheese. Stir until fully combined and transfer to baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Top casserole with crumbled bacon and 1/2 cup shredded cheese, if using.
- Bake the casserole until it’s bubbling and the cheese is melted, then serve with your favorite cheeseburger toppings.
Cheeseburger Casserole Toppings:
- Top cheeseburger casserole with your favorite burger fixings such as shredded lettuce, tomato, pickles, bacon, red onion, avocado and/or burger sauce. The options are endless!
Make Ahead:
- You can assemble the casserole up to 8 hour before you plan to bake it. Store it covered in the refrigerator until you’re ready to put it in the oven. You may need to increase the cooking time to compensate for starting with a cold casserole.
Storing Leftovers:
- Leftovers should be refrigerated in an airtight container and are best if used within 4 to 5 days.
- Reheat in a microwave or an oven heated to 350°F until warmed through.
Tip: Leftover cheeseburger casserole is delicious as a dip with chips or as a filling for burritos and crunch wraps!
Freezing:
- Baked cheeseburger casserole freezes well and can be stored for up to 3 months.
- To enjoy after freezing, let it defrost overnight and reheat in a microwave or an oven heated to 350°F until warmed through.
What To Serve With Cheeseburger Casserole:
We love to enjoy this dish with potato salad, potato chips or French fries for the complete burger night experience. This casserole is really satisfying enough to stand alone as a full meal and it even works paired with a light side salad or roasted veggies.
This is a great recipe to have for those busy nights when you don’t have a ton of time to get dinner on the table. It’s a crowd pleaser for both kids and adults! I hope y’all enjoy this dinner as much as my family did!
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Cheeseburger Casserole
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon, (I used O Organics Applewood Smoked)
- 1 lb. lean ground meat, (I used O Organics 85% lean ground beef)
- 2 cups cooked rice, (I used O Organics long grain wild and brown rice)
- 1 onion, chopped, about 1 cup
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoons mustard
- 1/3 cups plain Greek yogurt, (I used O Organics brand)
- 2/3 cups liquid egg whites
- 1/3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Optional toppings
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- diced tomato
- dill pickle slices
- drizzle of burger sauce or chipotle mayo
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cook bacon until crispy in a large skillet sprayed with cooking spray over medium high heat. Remove from skillet and crumble after allowing to cool slightly; set aside.
- Into the same skillet, add ground beef, onion, and seasonings. Cook meat, breaking it up into crumbles, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add cooked rice, stir until warmed through.
- Remove skillet from heat. Add ketchup, mustard, Greek yogurt, egg whites and cheese. Stir until fully combined and transfer to baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Top with crumbled bacon, egg whites, and 1/2 cup shredded cheese if using. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Remove from oven and remove foil. Bake an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese is just melted on top. Remove from the oven and garnish tomatoes, pickles and burger sauce, if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
- Leftovers should be refrigerated in an airtight container and are best if used within 4 to 5 days.
- Reheat in a microwave or an oven heated to 350°F until warmed through.
- Baked cheeseburger casserole freezes well and can be stored for up to 3 months.
- To enjoy after freezing, let it defrost overnight and reheat in a microwave or an oven heated to 350°F until warmed through.
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Am I able to use regular whole milk yogurt for this OR omit the yogurt completely?
Thanks!
Regular yogurt will be fine.
This sounds like a weeknight dinner that my son will love. Thanks for the fun new casserole recipe to try!
I’m so happy I gave this Cheeseburger casserole a try!! It has all the same flavors as a burger and easy to make!
So easy and family friendly! It was a hit!
WOW! I love how I can have a burger experience without having to have it with bread. Serving it with chips is much more enjoyable, like you suggested! Super delicious 😀
Casseroles are always a favorite in my house! My family loved this cheeseburger casserole! So filling and delicious
All the flavors of a cheeseburger that can feed a crowd.
I was looking for an easy weeknight meal this week and this is perfect!! I love how easy it is and it’s pure comfort food!
I’ve been trying to find more make ahead meals so this is perfect! Makes life easier getting dinner on the table. This looks amazing!
Kim this is AMAAAAZING! Super kid friendly too! LOVE LOVE LOVE
This is one of my family’s favorite weeknight meals! Easy to make and full of delicious flavor!