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Cattle Drive Casserole

Comforting Cattle Drive Casserole for Cozy Family Meals

This Cattle Drive Casserole combines hearty beef and colorful veggies for a comforting family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Substitute with plant-based meat for vegetarian option
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Substitute with any preferred bell pepper or omit
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can replace with shallots or leeks
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Mix Use your favorite homemade or store-bought blend
For the Biscuit Topping
  • 2 cups Biscuit Mix (like Bisquick) Substitute with gluten-free biscuit mix if needed
  • 3/4 cup Water Broth can be used for additional flavor
  • as needed Cooking Spray Oil or butter can also be used
For the Creamy Filling
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt makes a lighter alternative
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with more sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles Substitute with jalapeños for spicier kick or omit
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (Fiesta Blend) Use any shredded cheese blend or vegan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be substituted as well
  • 1 cup Salsa Diced tomatoes can be used as a milder alternative

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cattle Drive Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef, onion, and red bell pepper until browned and tender, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and garlic powder, followed by sour cream and mayonnaise, mixing well to combine.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix biscuit mix with water to form a dough, adjusting with broth if desired.
  5. Layer half of the meat mixture in the greased baking dish, followed by half of the biscuit dough, then add the remaining meat and top with cheese and diced chiles.
  6. Bake for 30–35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly, then cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This casserole is customizable for various dietary needs and makes for an excellent dish for gatherings.

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