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Slow Cooker Beefy French Onion Rice Casserole

A rich and hearty casserole slow cooked with French onion soups, ground beef, rice, mushrooms, and buttery goodness—all made easy in a slow cooker.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 546 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Slow cooker
  • 1 Large skillet

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 10 oz cans Condensed French onion soup Campbell’s brand
  • 1 10 oz can Condensed beef broth Campbell’s brand
  • 10 oz Reduced sodium beef broth use empty condensed beef broth can to measure
  • 2 cups Uncooked long grain white rice
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted butter cut into slices
  • 1 Medium yellow onion diced
  • 0.75 lb Ground beef browned and drained
  • 8 oz Sliced mushrooms cremini or baby bella
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 0.25 teaspoon Dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon Reduced sodium soy sauce optional
  • 2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce optional
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2–3 oz French's fried onions optional, for topping

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Spray inside of slow cooker with nonstick spray.
  • Add uncooked rice to slow cooker and spread evenly.
  • Pour in both cans of condensed French onion soup, condensed beef broth, and reduced sodium beef broth. Stir lightly.
  • Place sliced butter evenly on top of rice mixture.
  • In skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain fat.
  • Add diced onion, garlic powder, black pepper, and mushrooms to beef. Cook 3–4 minutes.
  • Transfer beef and veggie mix into slow cooker. Stir to combine with rice and broth.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until rice is tender and liquid absorbed. Fluff before serving.
  • Top with mozzarella cheese and French’s fried onions before serving if desired.

Notes

This casserole reheats beautifully—leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for later. To reheat, microwave gently with a splash of water or use a pressure cooker for best texture.