El Dorado Beef Casserole

Dive into the bold and comforting flavors of the El Dorado Beef Casserole, a vibrant Tex-Mex-inspired dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Packed with seasoned ground beef, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, this casserole layers textures and flavors beautifully with crushed tortilla chips and melted cheddar cheese. The dish finishes with a creamy dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a fresh and tangy touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleaser that offers a delightful blend of spice, crunch, and cheesy goodness. Perfect for a family dinner or potluck, it’s a go-to recipe you’ll make on repeat!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup sweet corn, drained
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups tortilla chips, crushed
• 0.5 cup sour cream (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (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 heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, sweet corn, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 5

Spread half of the crushed tortilla chips evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Layer the beef and vegetable mixture over the crushed tortilla chips.

Step 7

Top with 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese, spreading evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining crushed tortilla chips over the cheese layer, then sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with sour cream and chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1970.1 grams (1970.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3189

Total Fat 186.90g	240%
Saturated Fat 85.40g	427%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 543mg	181%
Sodium 4934mg	215%
Total Carbohydrate 229.80g	84%
Dietary Fiber 43.30g	155%
Total Sugars 29.90g
Protein 179.10g	358%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2017mg	155%
Iron 22mg	119%
Potassium 3805mg	81%

*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: 50.7%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 27.7%