Ground Beef and Garbanzo Bean Casserole

Loaded with robust flavors and hearty textures, this Ground Beef and Garbanzo Bean Casserole is the ultimate comfort food with a Mediterranean twist. Featuring seasoned ground beef, tender garbanzo beans, and juicy diced tomatoes, all brought together with a fragrant blend of cumin, paprika, and garlic, this casserole is rich, satisfying, and irresistibly flavorful. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it bakes to golden perfection in just 20 minutes. Whether you're serving it as a cozy weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing potluck dish, this quick-prep casserole strikes the perfect balance of savory, cheesy, and warm spices. With just 45 minutes from start to finish, including prep time, it’s a must-try recipe for busy cooks seeking big flavor with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 15 ounces garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease if necessary.

Step 6

Stir in the cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Add the garbanzo beans, diced tomatoes with their juices, and tomato paste. Stir to combine and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 9

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 11

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

Step 12

Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top for garnish before serving.

Step 13

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1638.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2681.7

Total Fat 161.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 502.7mg	0%
Sodium 5220.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 164.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.1g	0%
Total Sugars 43.1g
Protein 163.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1601.4mg	0%
Iron 25.1mg	0%
Potassium 3757.3mg	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: 52.5%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 23.8%