Cheesy Hominy Casserole

Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of a Cheesy Hominy Casserole, the perfect side dish for your next family dinner or holiday gathering. This easy-to-make recipe brings together the creamy goodness of sour cream, softened cream cheese, and melted cheddar, all wrapped around tender hominy. Infused with bold seasonings like garlic, onion powder, and a hint of cumin, this casserole has a hearty Southwestern flair. Optional diced green chilies and crushed tortilla chips on top provide a delightful touch of heat and crunch. Ready in under an hour, this golden, bubbly casserole is topped with fresh green onions for a burst of color and freshness. Perfectly balanced between creamy and savory, it’s a crowd-pleasing dish that will steal the spotlight at any table!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 30 oz canned hominy
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 4 oz diced green chilies (optional)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 0.5 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 3 stalks green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• 0.5 cup crushed tortilla chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or a similar-sized casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray or butter.

Step 3

Drain the canned hominy and rinse thoroughly under cold water. Pat dry with paper towels and set aside.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, softened cream cheese, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Add the drained hominy, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and diced green chilies (if using) into the bowl. Gently fold the ingredients together until evenly coated in the creamy mixture.

Step 6

Transfer the hominy mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer.

Step 7

Optional: Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips over the top for added crunch.

Step 8

Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the casserole sit for 5 minutes to set.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1676.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2924.4

Total Fat 204.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 120.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 544.7mg	0%
Sodium 7094.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 215.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.0g	0%
Total Sugars 30.3g
Protein 92.1g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 2231.6mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 738.8mg	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: 59.9%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 28.1%