Step 1

Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium skillet over medium heat, add ground beef. Cook until browned and no longer pink (8-10 minutes). Drain grease.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the prepared baking dish. Top with uncooked rice, french onion soup, and beef consomme. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Top the rice mixture with the pats of butter.

Step 5

Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.

Step 6

After 30 minutes, remove the foil and continue baking, uncovered, for 30 additional minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and tender.

Step 7

Fluff the rice and serve garnished with chives.