Name: Game Day Nacho Chili Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) ground beef, turkey, chicken or plant-based meat; 1 small onion, diced; 2–3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed; 1 can (10–15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel); 1 cup corn (frozen or canned); 1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tbsp homemade; ½ cup salsa or enchilada sauce (optional for saucier casserole); 1 bag tortilla chips (thick, not thin restaurant style); 2–3 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, pepper jack, etc.); Optional add-ins: pickled jalapeños, olives, green onions, cilantro

Description

The Game Day Nacho Chili Casserole is a mouthwatering dish that brings together the best parts of nachos and chili in one fantastic casserole. Layers of crispy tortilla chips are combined with seasoned chili meat, beans, cheese, and a variety of flavorful toppings. Once baked, the casserole turns into a melty, cheesy, and hearty dish that’s perfect for scooping up with extra chips.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Layer

1 lb (450g) ground beef, turkey, chicken or plant-based meat
1 small onion, diced
2–3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed
1 can (10–15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tbsp homemade
½ cup salsa or enchilada sauce (optional for saucier casserole)

Layers & Topping

1 bag tortilla chips (thick, not thin restaurant style)
2–3 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, pepper jack, etc.)
Optional add-ins: pickled jalapeños, olives, green onions, cilantro

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the chili filling
- In a skillet, sauté onion + garlic in a little oil.
- Add ground meat, cook until browned.
- Stir in beans, tomatoes, corn, taco seasoning, and salsa/enchilada sauce if using.
- Simmer 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
Assemble
- In a 9×13 baking dish:
  1. Spread a light layer of crushed tortilla chips (not too fine).
  2. Add half the chili mix.
  3. Sprinkle cheese.
  4. Repeat layers (chips → chili → cheese).
Bake 15–20 minutes, until hot and cheese is melted and bubbly.
Top after baking with: sour cream, jalapeños, salsa, avocado, shredded lettuce, green onion, etc.
Serve with extra chips for scooping!

Notes

This hearty nacho chili casserole is the ultimate game day comfort food! Layer it with extra cheese, jalapeños, or sour cream for a customizable kick. Perfect for sharing with friends and family while cheering on your favorite team!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course, Casserole
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 portion
Calories: 420

Keywords: nacho casserole, chili nacho casserole, game day casserole, cheesy nacho casserole, chili cheese casserole