Best 7 Chili Hotdish Recipes

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In the realm of hearty and comforting dishes, chili hotdish stands tall as a classic Midwestern casserole that has earned a special place in culinary history. With its humble origins in farm kitchens, this casserole is a testament to the ingenuity of home cooks who transformed simple ingredients into a satisfying and flavorful meal. Chili hotdish is a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a savory combination of ground beef, veggies, and beans, all enveloped in a creamy and cheesy sauce. It's like a warm embrace on a cold winter day, offering both nourishment and solace. In this comprehensive guide, we present a diverse collection of chili hotdish recipes that cater to various tastes and preferences. From traditional versions brimming with classic chili flavors to innovative takes that incorporate unique ingredients and cooking techniques, these recipes offer a delectable journey into the world of this beloved dish. Whether you prefer a classic recipe passed down through generations or are seeking a contemporary twist, you'll find inspiration and guidance in this ultimate guide to chili hotdish. So, gather your ingredients, ignite your culinary passion, and embark on a delightful adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FRITO CHILI CASSEROLE



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Frito Chili Casserole is the perfect comfort dinner. Delicious layers of crunchy Fritos, Southwestern chili, and lots of gooey cheese make for a winning weeknight meal!

Provided by Erica Walker

Categories     Dinner     Main Course

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
1 onion (chopped)
4 oz green chiles (chopped, (1 can))
4 oz black olives (sliced, (1 can))
16 oz chili ((1 can))
16 oz chili beans ((1 can))
15 can corn (drained, (1 can))
1 c. salsa
1 Tbsp taco seasoning
10.5 oz Fritos ((1 bag))
2 c. cheese (shredded)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350-degrees. Gather ingredients.
  • In a large skillet, cook ground beef and onions until cooked through and onions become transparent. Discard grease if needed.
  • Stir in chiles, olives, chili, chili beans, corn, salsa, and taco seasoning. Bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring often.
  • Crush Fritos and spread half of them evenly in a 9x13 deep baking dish. Add chili mixture and top with remaining crushed Fritos.
  • Bake for 25 minutes. Add cheese and bake an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1144 kcal, Carbohydrate 164 g, Protein 46 g, Fat 45 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, Cholesterol 82 mg, Sodium 1228 mg, Fiber 20 g, Sugar 35 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHILI CASSEROLE



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Sometimes I'll add canned or frozen corn to this hearty casserole to give it more color.-Rhonda Hogan, Eugene, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, undrained
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cooked noodles

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, tomato sauce, tomatoes, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in noodles; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 274 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CHILI MAC CASSEROLE



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This cheesy casserole uses several of my family's favorite ingredients, including macaroni, kidney beans, tomatoes and cheese. Just add a leafy salad for a complete meal. -Marlene Wilson, Rolla, North Dakota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
Thinly sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, beans, tomato paste, chiles and seasonings. Drain macaroni; add to beef mixture., Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 375° until bubbly, 25-30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 5-8 minutes longer. If desired, top with sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 758mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHILI CASSEROLE WITH CORNBREAD



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From Betty's Soul Food Collection... Chili and cornbread partner in a homey one-dish dinner bake.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 jar (16 oz) Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
2 cups Progresso™ dark red kidney beans (from 19-oz can), drained
1 can (14.5 oz) diced peeled tomatoes, undrained
1 1/2 cups frozen corn
3 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 pouch (6.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ cornbread & muffin mix
1/3 cup milk
1/3 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon sliced green onion (1 medium)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. In 12-inch skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in salsa, kidney beans, tomatoes, corn, chili powder and cumin. Cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly heated.
  • Meanwhile, make cornbread as directed on pouch, using milk. Spoon cornbread batter around outside edge of ungreased 12x8-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish. Spoon hot beef mixture into center. (Casserole will be full.)
  • Bake 18 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 4 to 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and cornbread is deep golden brown. Sprinkle with green onion just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1110 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CORNBREAD-CHILI CASSEROLE



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1 1/2 cups mild salsa (medium or hot if preferred)
One 12-ounce bag frozen whole-kernel white shoepeg corn, thawed
1/4 cup vegetable broth
2 tablespoons hot Mexican chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Three 8-ounce boxes cornbread muffin mix (Jiffy preferred)
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 cup shredded Cheddar (about 4 ounces)
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the oil until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Add the onion and saute until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the ground beef to the onion and saute, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain off any excess fat. Stir in the salsa, corn, vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Transfer the mixture into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish, smoothing into an even layer.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the corn muffin mix with about 1 1/2 cups milk, or just enough to make it easy to spread. Spread it thinly over the chili mixture. Bake until browned to top, 30 to 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside for 10 minutes to allow the casserole to set. Top with the Cheddar and sour cream before serving.

CHILI CASSEROLE



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A simple casserole with a little zing! The zing comes from the taco sauce. This is a great dish for when you do not have much time to make dinner, but you want something that has substance and will fill you up! You can use any kind of cheese on top.

Provided by sal

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds ground beef
½ cup chopped onion
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can chili
1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes with juice
¼ cup taco sauce
1 (15 ounce) can corn
1 (8 ounce) package egg noodles
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet over medium high heat, saute the beef and onion for 5 to 10 minutes, or until meat is browned and onion is tender; drain fat. Add the celery, chili, tomatoes, taco sauce and corn. Heat thoroughly, reduce heat to low and allow to simmer.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the noodles according to package directions. When cooked, place them in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour the meat mixture over the noodles, stirring well. Top with the cheese.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 minutes, or until cheese is completely melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 671 calories, Carbohydrate 52.3 g, Cholesterol 144.7 mg, Fat 37.7 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 31.9 g, SaturatedFat 15.4 g, Sodium 843.4 mg, Sugar 7 g

CHILI CASSEROLE



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When I had left over Chili my kids wanted this dish. You can also make it in little Frito Corn Chip Bags (just cut open one side of bag pour Chili over corn chips, dot with sour cream, give them a plastic spoon) and they are good to go. No muss no fuss. They are sold like that at country fairs.

Provided by MISSIB

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (46 1/2 ounce) cans chili (or left-overs)
2 (16 ounce) bags of grated cheddar cheese
2 (16 1/2 ounce) bags corn chips, crushed
32 ounces sour cream (of course amounts will vary depending on amount of people you will be serving)

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 375°.
  • Heat chili in a pot first.
  • Put layer of crushed corn chips on bottom of roasting pan.
  • Pour chili over corn chips.
  • Cover with grated cheddar cheese.
  • Place in oven until cheese has melted.
  • Serve with hot dogs - hamburgers.
  • Dollops of sour cream on chili optional.
  • Kids like it just by itself, especially if you pour just chili in a Frito Corn Chip bag topped with sour cream.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of beans for added texture and flavor. Black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans are all great options.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of chili powder. There are many different varieties available, each with its own unique flavor profile.
  • Add some diced green chilies for a bit of heat. If you like things really spicy, you can also add a teaspoon or two of cayenne pepper.
  • Don't overcook the chili. The longer it simmers, the more the flavors will develop, but if you cook it for too long, the beans will start to break down and the chili will become mushy.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include sour cream, shredded cheese, diced onions, and avocado.

Conclusion:

Chili hotdish is a delicious and easy-to-make comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is also a great way to use up leftover chili. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a hearty and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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