John Wayne Casserole
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of John Wayne Casserole, a delightful Tex-Mex dish that layers savory ground beef, zesty spices, and gooey cheese over crunchy tortilla chips. This hearty casserole is perfect for potlucks, family dinners, or a cozy weeknight meal. With its comforting textures and rich taste, it’s bound to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat. Add onion and bell peppers; cook until softened. Stir in diced tomatoes and spices.
- Layer half of the crushed tortilla chips in the baking dish. Top with half of the beef mixture and half of the cheese.
- Repeat the layers with remaining chips, beef mixture, and cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg