1pound(454g)ground beefcan use turkey or chicken as well
1yellow oniondiced
1bell pepperdiced
1 ½cup(248g)frozen corn
½teaspoongarlic powder
½teaspoononion powder
2teaspoonschili powder
1teaspoonground cumin
½teaspoonkosher salt
¼teaspoonblack pepper
14.5ounce(411g)can diced tomatoes
14.5ounce(411g)can refried beanspinto or black beans
1 ½cups(173g)tortilla chipsslightly crushed
2cups(226g)shredded cheddar jack cheese
For topping: sour cream, avocado, jalapeño, tomatoes, etc.
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 °F (177 °C)
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until it starts to soften. Add in ground beef. Break apart with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
Add in bell pepper, corn, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper and stir well. Stir in tomatoes and continue to cook for 5-8 minutes, until vegetables are softened.
Spread the refried beans evenly into a 9x13” baking dish. Top with the ground beef mixture in an even layer. Top with crushed tortilla chips and finish with a layer of cheese.
Bake for 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and slightly browned. Serve with desired toppings - sour cream, avocado/guacamole, jalapeño, cilantro, etc.