This irresistible corn chip casserole is loaded with hearty homemade chili, sharp cheddar cheese, and a crunchy corn chip topping. Yum!

chili corn chip casserole being served in a skillet

There's something so much fun about an old fashioned corn chip casserole.

What is a corn chip casserole, you say? Well, my oh my, have you been missing out on one of the finer things in life. 😉

Ok, maybe not exactly the finer things. We are talking about corn chips after all. But still pretty tasty.

This casserole is exactly what it sounds like - it's a simple one pot chili casserole topped with crunchy corn chips. And it's delicious. And your kids will eat it. Because it's like having a snack for dinner.

This Chili Corn Chip Casserole is:

Filling and tasty.
Topped with satisfyingly crunchy corn chips.
Super easy to make in a single pan.
A frugal (ahem.. cheap) dinner idea.
Fun for kids and kids at heart!

close up of casserole topped with corn chips

Tips & Tricks

Corn Chips. You are looking for this type of corn chip. Remember those from your childhood? They're still just as good

Make your favorite chili. I mixed up a very simple beef and bean chili chili for this corn chip casserole. But you can feel free to use your own favorite chili as a base. Here are my favorite chili recipes for some inspiration!

Toppings. I topped my corn chip casserole with some shredded cheese and black olives. But you can add as many toppings as you like. Sliced jalapeno peppers, fresh cilantro, or a dollop of sour cream (for serving) are all good choices.

chili corn chip casserole being served on a wood table

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Recipe

Chili Corn Chip Casserole

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This irresistible corn chip casserole is loaded with hearty homemade chili, sharp cheddar cheese, and a crunchy corn chip topping. Yum!

4.9 from 9 votes

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Total Time 50

Course Main Course, Main dishes

Cuisine American, Tex-Mex

Servings

Calories 823 kcal

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 cup onion chopped
1 packet chili seasoning mix
6 ounces tomato paste canned
¾ cup water or broth
4 cups corn chips
16 ounces pinto beans canned, drained and rinsed
1 cup black olives sliced
2 cups Cheddar cheese sharp, shredded
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350F.
Brown beef over medium-high heat in an oven-safe skillet. Add in the onion, chili seasoning, tomato paste and water. Simmer for 10 minutes.
To use one dish, move ½ of the chili mixture over to the side of pan (or scoop out into a bowl) and add ½ of the corn chips, ½ of the beans and ½ of the olives and cheese on top of the half of the chili mixture left in the pan. Next, top that layer with the remaining ½ of the chili mixture. Add the remaining beans and olives. Top with remaining 2 cups of corn chips, and then the remaining cheese.
Cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes. Uncover, and then bake for an additional 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 823kcalCarbohydrates: 66gProtein: 34gFat: 48gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 1182mgPotassium: 989mgFiber: 12gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 981IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 445mgIron: 5mg

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