Chicken Hamburger Casserole

Sometimes known as Oriental Hamburger Casserole, this is a favorite in my family. It's especially good with crunchy Chow Mein or Crispy Rice Noodles on top.

• Ready In: 1 hr 30 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 16  ounces ground beef or 16  ounces  ground sirloin
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 3⁄4 cup long grain white rice
• 1 (10 3/4ounce) can  cream of chicken soup
• 1 1⁄2 cups water
• 3  tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 1⁄2 cups  chow mein noodles

Directions

1. Brown hamburger. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Mix together all ingredients except Chow Mein Noodles in a 2-Qt casserole.
3. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes uncovered. Stir. Cover and bake for an additional 30 minutes or until rice is done.
4. Uncover. Do not stir. Sprinkle Chow Mein noodles on the top and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
5. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.