Description
The Ultimate Loaded Cowboy Cheeseburger Casserole combines classic cheeseburger flavors into a warm, comforting dish that’s perfect for family dinners and potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper (red or yellow), diced
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup cooked macaroni or pasta of your choice
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Sliced jalapeños (optional, for a spicy kick)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the ground beef or turkey in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper in the skillet for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Stir in corn, black beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked macaroni with the meat and vegetable mixture. Add sour cream and half of the shredded cheeses. Mix well and transfer to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Top with remaining cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with cilantro and jalapeños, and serve warm.
Notes
- Use high-quality ingredients for better flavor.
- Don’t rush the sautéing process to enhance sweetness.
- Adjust spices to your taste preference.
- Let the casserole rest after baking for easier serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole
- Calories: 450-500
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800-900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25-30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Casserole, Cheeseburger, Comfort Food, Family Dinner