John Wayne Casserole
John Wayne Casserole is a hearty, layered dish with spicy beef, creamy ranch, fluffy biscuits, and melty cheese—easy to make and perfect for busy nights or potlucks.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion
- 1 medium bell pepper
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can refrigerated biscuits
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 can sliced jalapeños
Instructions
- Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with oil or nonstick spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Add chopped onion and bell pepper; sauté until soft, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in taco seasoning and drained diced tomatoes with green chilies. Cook for 3–5 minutes until well combined, then remove from heat.
- Press refrigerated biscuit dough into the bottom of the greased dish to form an even layer. Bake for 5 minutes until slightly puffed.
- Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly over the partially baked crust.
- In a bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and ranch dressing mix until smooth. Gently spread over the beef layer.
- Sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese on top. Add sliced jalapeños if desired.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and golden, and the biscuit base is fully cooked with crisp edges.