Cheesy Beef Bean Casserole

Loaded with hearty ingredients and vibrant Tex-Mex flavors, this Cheesy Beef Bean Casserole is a comforting one-pan dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Layers of seasoned ground beef, black beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and sweet corn come together with crunchy tortilla chips and gooey melted cheddar cheese for a dish that’s both satisfying and easy to make. Finished with optional garnishes like sour cream and green onions, this casserole is a customizable crowd-pleaser ideal for feeding a family or serving at potlucks. With just 15 minutes of prep and 30 minutes in the oven, this cheesy casserole delivers bold flavor and a guaranteed hit of comfort food bliss.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups tortilla chips, crushed
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain excess grease if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until the onion is softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the beef mixture is well seasoned.

Step 5

Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), black beans, pinto beans, and frozen corn to the skillet. Stir the mixture well and let it simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 6

In the prepared 9x13-inch baking dish, spread half of the crushed tortilla chips evenly across the bottom.

Step 7

Pour the beef and bean mixture over the layer of chips, spreading it into an even layer.

Step 8

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef and bean mixture.

Step 9

Top with the remaining crushed tortilla chips, then sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm, optionally garnished with sour cream and sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2336.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3716.1

Total Fat 207.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 97.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 603.2mg	0%
Sodium 5849.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 282.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.0g	0%
Total Sugars 23.0g
Protein 200.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2283.6mg	0%
Iron 27.0mg	0%
Potassium 4701.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.1%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 29.8%