Description
Cowboy casserole is a comforting, all-in-one meal that features layers of seasoned ground beef, creamy black beans, sweet corn, and gooey cheese, all topped with a delightful crunch of potato chips. This hearty dish is perfect for family dinners or game nights, delivering rich flavors and satisfying textures in every bite. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, cowboy casserole is your go-to recipe for busy weeknights when you crave something delicious without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup crushed potato chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350?F (175?C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat. Stir in taco seasoning as per package instructions.
- In a bowl, combine cooked beef, black beans, corn, and half the cheese. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish; spread evenly. Top with remaining cheese and crushed potato chips.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approximately 278g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg