Corn Chip Pie Casserole with Ground Beef
A crispy, cheesy, hearty casserole made with ground beef, beans, and cheese. This dish makes for a deliciously easy weeknight meal.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 640cal
Cost: $9
Equipment
- large skillet
- 13 x 9 sized casserole dish
- spatula
- slotted spoon
- can opener
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Oven adjusted to the center rack position
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef lean variety works best
- 1 ounce taco seasoning
- 1 large onion *can also use two small ones, diced
- 30 ounces Pinto beans rinsed
- 20 ounces enchilada sauce
- 2½ cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded
- 9.25 ounces corn chips like Fritos*
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 13 x 9 casserole dish with nonstick spray; set aside.
- In a large skillet, add ground beef, and onions. Cook over medium heat until beef is browned. Drain any excess grease. Once grease is drained, add taco seasoning, stir, and set aside.
- Add beef to the casserole dish, and rinsed pinto beans. Carefully pour over the enchilada sauce. Top with ¾ of the shredded cheese, and then cover the cheese with chips. Add the rest of the cheese.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until cheese is melted. Allow casserole to sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with green onions, sour cream, lettuce, guacamole, and black olives- enjoy!
Notes
Nutritional Values may vary and are meant to be a guide.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 640cal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 1308mg | Potassium: 717mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1077IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 381mg | Iron: 5mg