Description
This Loaded Cowboy Cheeseburger Casserole is a cheesy, smoky, and hearty dish that combines the flavors of a juicy cheeseburger with the comfort of a baked casserole. Made with ground beef, BBQ sauce, cheddar cheese, pasta, and corn, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 can corn kernels, drained
- 1 cup cooked pasta (penne or elbow)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with diced onions, salt, and pepper until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Assemble the Casserole: In a baking dish, mix the cooked pasta, beef mixture, corn, BBQ sauce, and half of the shredded cheese.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes, until bubbly and golden.
- Top with More Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top and let it melt.
- Serve & Enjoy!
Notes
- Add crispy bacon bits for extra crunch and flavor.
- Swap pasta for cauliflower rice to make it low-carb.
- Use smoked cheddar or gouda for a deeper, smoky taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: ~450 kcal
- Sugar: ~6g
- Sodium: ~700mg
- Fat: ~25g
- Saturated Fat: ~12g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~10g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~35g
- Fiber: ~3g
- Protein: ~28g
- Cholesterol: ~80mg