Chili Hominy Bake
Dive into the hearty flavors of this Chili Hominy Bake, a comforting casserole that combines zesty Tex-Mex spices, creamy cheese, and tender hominy for a dish that's as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. This easy weeknight dinner recipe begins with savory ground beef, sautéed onions, and garlic, all brought to life with bold chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Canned hominy and diced tomatoes with green chilies add texture and tang, while a blend of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses creates an irresistibly gooey topping. Finished with a dollop of sour cream for creaminess and optional cilantro for freshness, this bake comes together in just under an hour, making it perfect for feeding a hungry family. Serve it warm and pair with a crisp green salad or tortilla chips for a complete meal that’s sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 30 ounces (canned, drained) hominy
- 14.5 ounces (1 can) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, about 7-8 minutes. Use a spoon to break the meat into crumbles as it cooks.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion is softened and translucent.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 1 minute to toast the spices.
Add the drained hominy, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and tomato sauce to the skillet. Stir everything thoroughly to combine and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and the sour cream. Mix until the cheese has melted and the mixture is creamy.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and transfer the hominy mixture to the dish, spreading it out evenly.
In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese and the Monterey Jack cheese. Sprinkle this cheese mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.1 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.6 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 123 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 1870 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.5 g | ||
| Protein | 30.9 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 485 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 466 mg | 10% | |
*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.
