Description
Cowboy Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings and cozy gatherings. This hearty dish features layers of savory ground beef, sweet corn, creamy beans, and gooey cheddar cheese, all topped with a crunchy layer of tortilla chips. It’s simple to prepare and offers endless customization options, making it a weeknight favorite that promises smiles around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup canned corn, drained
- 1 cup canned black or kidney beans, rinsed
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with chopped onions until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in corn and beans until well combined.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the crushed tortilla chips, half of the meat mixture, and half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving; garnish with cilantro or sour cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 75mg