Loaded Cowboy Cheeseburger Casserole Recipe
This Loaded Cowboy Cheeseburger Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that combines ground beef, barbecue sauce, corn, pasta, and cheddar cheese in one flavorful meal. Perfect for a quick and easy dinner that’s sure to be a hit with the whole family.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole / Main Course
- Method: Baking / Skillet
- Cuisine: American Comfort / Tex‑Mex Style
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 can (about 15 oz) corn kernels drained
- 1 cup cooked pasta (penne or elbow)
- 1/2–1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 °F. In a skillet, cook ground beef with diced onion over medium heat until browned; season with salt and pepper and drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, combine cooked pasta, beef mixture, drained corn, barbecue sauce, and shredded cheddar; stir until well mixed.
- Transfer into a greased baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 20–25 minutes until casserole is bubbly and cheese melts.
- Remove from oven, let rest a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Stir in diced jalapeños or hot sauce for heat, or add cooked bacon for extra richness.
- Substitute mozzarella or Monterey Jack for cheddar.
- Assemble ahead and refrigerate before baking.
- Freezes well for up to 3 months; thaw before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ~1/6 casserole
- Calories: ~420–500 kcal
- Sugar: ~8 g
- Sodium: ~800–1000 mg
- Fat: ~25g
- Saturated Fat: ~12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~10 g
- Trans Fat: ~1 g
- Carbohydrates: ~45 g
- Fiber: ~3 g
- Protein: ~25 g
- Cholesterol: ~75 mg