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Instant Pot Cheeseburger Casserole Recipe

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This Instant Pot Cheeseburger Casserole is a hearty, flavorful one-pot meal that combines seasoned ground beef, brown rice, diced tomatoes, and melted cheddar cheese. Enhanced with a tangy homemade special sauce made from mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, and ketchup, this casserole offers all the deliciousness of a cheeseburger in a comforting, easy-to-make dinner ready in just 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup long grain brown rice
  • 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Special Sauce

  • 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • Dash of salt and pepper
  • Chopped pickles, for serving

Instructions

  1. Saute Ground Beef and Onion: Turn your Instant Pot to the “SAUTE” function and add a drizzle of olive oil to the inner pot. Add the ground beef, diced onion, seasoning salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder to the pot. Use a hamburger chopper or spatula to break up the ground beef as it cooks until it is mostly browned.
  2. Add Water and De-glaze: Pour 3/4 cup water into the pot and use a wooden spoon or spatula to scrape the bottom, lifting any browned bits to prevent burning or sticking.
  3. Add Rice and Toppings: Sprinkle one cup of long grain brown rice evenly over the beef mixture but do not stir. Next, top the rice with Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and the two cans of diced tomatoes, ensuring the rice is fully covered.
  4. Pressure Cook: Secure the Instant Pot lid and turn the knob to seal. Set to cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. After cooking, allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then carefully release any remaining pressure by turning the valve to vent.
  5. Mix and Add Cheese: Open the lid and use a fork to gently mix the beef and rice mixture. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top, then close the lid again and let sit for 2 to 3 minutes on the “Keep Warm” setting to melt the cheese.
  6. Prepare Special Sauce: While the casserole cooks, mix mayonnaise, Greek yogurt (or sour cream), ketchup, and a dash of salt and pepper in a small bowl to create the special sauce.
  7. Serve: Serve the cheesy beef and rice casserole hot with the special sauce and chopped pickles on the side. Enjoy your comforting and flavorful meal!

Notes

  • Do not stir the rice with the beef and liquid before cooking to prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Natural pressure release helps the rice finish cooking evenly and prevents splatter.
  • Use Greek yogurt or sour cream interchangeably in the special sauce as desired.
  • Chopped pickles add a tangy crunch that complements the casserole’s rich flavors.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently to maintain texture.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/instant-pot-cheeseburger-casserole-recipe/