Chili-Cheese Casserole for a Crowd

Vegetarian
Health score
22%
Chili-Cheese Casserole for a Crowd
45 min.
12
317kcal

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Looking for a hearty, flavorful dish that’s perfect for feeding a crowd? This Chili-Cheese Casserole for a Crowd is the ultimate vegetarian comfort food, packed with bold flavors and satisfying ingredients. With layers of beans, peppers, and a generous amount of cheese, it's a fulfilling meal that everyone will love, whether it’s served as a main course, side dish, or even lunch! The combination of black beans, pinto beans, and bulgur creates a savory base, while the chipotle chiles and chili powder give the dish a subtle smoky heat.

Not only is this casserole delicious, but it's also simple to make. The hearty mix of veggies and beans comes together quickly on the stovetop, and the casserole bakes to perfection in the oven, creating a golden, cheesy topping that's irresistible. Plus, it’s customizable — you can adjust the spice level or add extra toppings like sour cream or fresh cilantro to make it your own.

This dish is perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner. It's full of nutrients and will leave everyone feeling satisfied. Whether you're serving vegetarians or meat-eaters, this chili-cheese casserole will surely become a favorite! It's a meal that not only tastes amazing but also brings everyone to the table to enjoy a warm, hearty meal together.

Ingredients

  • cups baked tortilla chips 
  • 15 ounce black beans drained canned
  • 16 ounce pinto beans drained canned
  • 14.5 ounce canned tomatoes diced undrained canned
  • 1.5 tablespoons chili powder 
  •  chipotle chiles in adobo sauce canned minced drained
  • 1.5 cups cracked wheat uncooked
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh minced
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • cup bell pepper green chopped
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • ounces monterrey jack cheese shredded divided reduced-fat
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • cups onion chopped
  • tablespoon oregano dried
  • cup bell pepper red chopped
  • tablespoon cocoa unsweetened
  • 14.5 ounce vegetable broth canned
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 37
  2. Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. Add onion and next 7 ingredients (onion through garlic); saut 5 minutes.
  4. Add water and next 7 ingredients (water through chiles); bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Spoon half of bean mixture into the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch baking dish; sprinkle with 1 cup cheese. Top with remaining bean mixture. Cover and bake at 375 for 40 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with 1 cup cheese.
  6. Bake an additional 10 minutes. Press chips into casserole.

Nutrition Facts

Calories317kcal
Protein17.16%
Fat24.72%
Carbs58.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.67
Glycemic Load
3.62
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.148695624393%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.27mg
Epicatechin
0.82mg
Luteolin
0.67mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
5.82mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:316.71kcal
15.84%
Fat:9.09g
13.98%
Saturated Fat:4.04g
25.27%
Carbohydrates:48.07g
16.02%
Net Carbohydrates:38.2g
13.89%
Sugar:4.64g
5.15%
Cholesterol:16.82mg
5.61%
Sodium:634.43mg
27.58%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.19g
28.38%
Vitamin C:32.78mg
39.73%
Fiber:9.87g
39.46%
Phosphorus:310.37mg
31.04%
Calcium:237.51mg
23.75%
Vitamin A:1059.01IU
21.18%
Manganese:0.42mg
20.78%
Iron:3.46mg
19.23%
Magnesium:66.91mg
16.73%
Potassium:576.92mg
16.48%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.47%
Copper:0.28mg
14.03%
Folate:55.13µg
13.78%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.52%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.58%
Vitamin E:1.65mg
11%
Selenium:7.07µg
10.09%
Zinc:1.49mg
9.92%
Vitamin K:9.05µg
8.62%
Vitamin B3:1.21mg
6.07%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.59%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.61%
Source:My Recipes