Chili and Cheddar Bow Tie Casserole
Dive into comfort food heaven with this hearty Chili and Cheddar Bow Tie Casserole, a family-friendly dish that combines the bold flavors of a classic chili with the creamy indulgence of baked pasta. Featuring tender bow tie pasta (farfalle) tossed in a robust mixture of seasoned ground beef, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and aromatic spices like chili powder and smoked paprika, this casserole is topped with a generous layer of sharp cheddar cheese that melts to golden perfection. Quick to prepare and perfect for weeknight dinners, this one-pan meal comes together in just 50 minutes and serves 6, making it an ideal choice for feeding a crowd or enjoying leftovers. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of freshness, this cheesy, savory casserole is sure to become a go-to comfort food classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz bow tie pasta (farfalle)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, canned
- 8 oz tomato sauce
- 15 oz kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the bow tie pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat from the pan.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
In a 9x13-inch casserole dish, combine the cooked pasta with the chili mixture, stirring until well blended.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Chili and Cheddar Bow Tie Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3857 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 178.9 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.7 g | 424% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 563 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 6001 mg | 261% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 375.5 g | 137% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.8 g | 164% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.6 g | ||
| Protein | 206.9 g | 414% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2033 mg | 156% | |
| Iron | 26.8 mg | 149% | |
| Potassium | 3682 mg | 78% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
