Description
John Wayne casserole combines Tex-Mex flavors with hearty ground beef and zesty toppings. Southwestern comfort beckons with layers of creamy cheese, crisp vegetables, and bold seasonings that comfort and satisfy.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
Fresh Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
Dairy and Canned Ingredients:
- 2 cups (226 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) sour cream
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) mayonnaise
- 1 (14.5 ounces / 411 grams) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (4 ounces / 113 grams) can diced green chilies
- 1 (8 ounces / 226 grams) can refrigerated biscuit dough
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350°F and coating a baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large skillet, sauté ground beef with diced onions and green bell peppers until meat is thoroughly browned, carefully draining any accumulated fat.
- Incorporate taco seasoning, fire-roasted tomatoes, and mild green chilies into the meat mixture, allowing the ingredients to meld together for approximately 5 minutes over medium heat.
- Create a creamy topping by whisking sour cream, mayonnaise, and half of the shredded cheese until smooth and well-combined.
- Arrange uncooked biscuit dough as a base layer across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, ensuring even coverage.
- Distribute the seasoned beef mixture evenly over the biscuit foundation, followed by spreading the sour cream blend across the top.
- Generously sprinkle the remaining cheese over the casserole, creating a rich and enticing surface.
- Transfer the assembled casserole to the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and bubbling edges.
- Remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5-7 minutes before serving to help set the layers and enhance flavor melding.
Notes
- Customize the taco seasoning blend to control sodium and spice levels for personalized flavor profiles.
- Substitute ground beef with lean turkey or plant-based crumbles for healthier protein alternatives.
- Swap traditional biscuit dough with gluten-free or cauliflower-based crust options to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep ingredients ahead of time to streamline the cooking process and reduce overall kitchen time.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 555 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 21 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg