Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Easy Cowboy Casserole, a one-pan delight that combines lean ground beef, sweet corn, and crispy tater tots topped with melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is not only satisfying but also customizable to suit your family’s tastes. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can bring joy to your dinner table in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef and diced onion over medium heat for about 7-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the frozen corn, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook for another few minutes until well combined.
- Transfer the beef mixture into a greased baking dish and top with frozen tater tots.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the tater tots.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (151g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in bell peppers or swapping ground beef for turkey. This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the fridge before baking.