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Delicious CHili and Rice Casserole can be made ahead of time and baked later!

Chili and Rice Casserole {Freezer Meal}

Make this tasty chili and rice casserole one day then make it another! It can also be made on the weekend and frozen to eat at a later time.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 packet of chili seasoning
  • 1 can 15 oz cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cans 14.5 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can 4 oz green chilies
  • 2 c. rice cooked
  • 1 block Kerrygold Aged Cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions

  • Spray a 9 x 13 disposable baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet heat the ground beef over medium heat. Saute for 7-9 minutes or until it has browned. Add 1/2 c. of water and a packet of chili seasoning and mix well.
  • Add in the cannellini beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, and green chilies. Mix well and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Pour the cooked rice into the bottom of the disposable baking dish. Pour the beef and bean mixture over top.
  • Sprinkle the top with the Kerrygold Aged Cheddar cheese.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and then foil.
  • Refrigerate until ready to bake or freeze for up to 6 months.
  • When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Remove the plastic wrap from the baking dish and replace the foil. Bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for 15 minutes.

Notes

A Hezzi-D Original Recipe