Chili Cheese Festivity is a hearty Tex-Mex-inspired casserole layered with savory ground beef, bold chili seasoning, creamy condensed tomato soup, crunchy corn chips, and a rich blend of Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese. Finished with a dollop of sour cream and fresh chili pepper garnish, this dish is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or game nights. Its warm, comforting flavors make it a crowd-pleaser while still being easy to prepare in under an hour.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 onion (medium , chopped, about ½ cup)
- 1 env chili seasoning mix
- 10 ¾ oz condensed tomato soup
- ½ cup water
- 2 eggs (slightly beaten )
- 1 cup milk
- 6 oz corn chips (crushed, about 3 cups)
- 4 oz Monterey Jack cheese (shredded, about 1 cup)
- ½ cup dairy sour cream
- ½ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Meat
- In a large skillet, cook lean ground beef and onion over medium heat until the beef is browned.
- Drain excess fat if needed.
Step 2: Prepare the Base
- Stir in chili seasoning mix, tomato soup, and water.
- Simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 3: Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, blend milk and eggs until smooth.
Step 4: Assemble the Casserole
- Stir egg mixture into the meat mixture until combined.
- In a greased casserole dish, layer half the crushed corn chips, half the meat mixture, and half the shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
- Repeat layers and top with remaining cheese.
Step 5: Bake the Casserole
- Cover if desired and bake uncovered at 400°F for 35 minutes.
- For chilled casseroles, bake for 45 minutes.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Spread sour cream over the top of the casserole.
- Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and return to the oven for 3–5 minutes until cheese melts.
- Garnish with red and green chili peppers and parsley.
Tips
- Use extra-lean ground beef or drain well to reduce greasiness.
- Substitute part of the beef with beans or black beans for added fiber.
- Add diced green chiles or jalapeños for extra heat.
- Replace Monterey Jack with pepper jack for a spicier flavor.
- Prepare ahead and refrigerate overnight; bake longer as directed for chilled casserole.
- Garnish with sliced olives, scallions, avocado, or tomatoes for freshness.
- Use baked corn chips or tortilla chips if preferred.
- Turn into individual servings by baking in ramekins or muffin tins.
- Serve with shredded lettuce, salsa, or guacamole alongside.
- Make it milder by using reduced chili seasoning and extra sour cream.
Nutrition
Calories: 465kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 23gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 890mgPotassium: 510mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 980IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 290mgIron: 3mg
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