Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Chili Cheese Sweet Potato Casserole, a comforting and easy-to-prepare dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Layers of roasted sweet potatoes are combined with a creamy chili cheese sauce, then baked to perfection for a satisfying and family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
– 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1/2 teaspoon cumin
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
– 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1/2 cup diced onion
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
1. – Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. – In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato slices with the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.
3. – Arrange the sweet potato slices in an even layer in the prepared baking dish.
4. – Sprinkle the cheddar and monterey jack cheeses over the sweet potatoes.
5. – In a small bowl, mix the black beans and diced onion. Spread the bean mixture over the cheese.
6. – Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. – Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro (if using).
8. – Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
This casserole can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake. Simply add an extra 5-10 minutes to the baking time. You can also use different types of cheese, such as pepper jack or monterey cheddar, to change up the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American