Description
Looking for a hearty, easy dinner idea that satisfies the whole family? This John Wayne Casserole is a flavor-packed, easy recipe layered with taco-seasoned beef, sweet bell peppers, tangy sour cream, and melty cheddar cheese over a soft biscuit crust. Perfect for weeknight meals, potlucks, or comfort food cravings—it’s a go-to dinner idea with a southwestern twist.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 small onion, diced
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
1 cup corn kernels (frozen or canned, drained)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups Bisquick baking mix
1/2 cup milk
2 large eggs
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 casserole dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine Bisquick, milk, and eggs until well mixed. Spread into the casserole dish to form the base.
3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain fat.
4. Add taco seasoning, diced red bell pepper, and onion. Cook until soft and fragrant.
5. Stir in the drained tomatoes with green chilies and corn. Simmer for 5 minutes.
6. In a separate bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and 1 cup of shredded cheese.
7. Layer the beef mixture over the biscuit base, spread the creamy mixture on top, then sprinkle the remaining cheese.
8. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 30–35 minutes. Remove foil for the last 10 minutes for a bubbly golden top.
9. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Let the casserole rest before cutting—it helps the layers set for perfect slices.
Want a kick? Add sliced jalapeños or hot sauce to the creamy layer.
You can prep this up to 24 hours in advance and bake it when ready.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American, Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: easy dinner, casserole, beef recipe, cheesy bake, comfort food