Description
Cowboy casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining layers of savory ground beef, vibrant veggies, and gooey cheese under a crunchy tortilla chip topping. This dish delivers a delightful mix of flavors and textures that will have your family coming back for seconds. Perfect for cozy nights or casual gatherings, it’s a one-pot wonder that makes meal prep a breeze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 2 cans (15 oz each) kidney beans, rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
- ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and diced onion until cooked through. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers, rinsed beans, and tomato sauce; cook until bell peppers soften (about 5 minutes).
- Season with chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Layer half of the beef mixture in the baking dish. Top with half of the cheddar cheese. Repeat layers with remaining beef mixture and cheese. Finish with crushed tortilla chips on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot with a dollop of sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg