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Leftover Chili Recipe Recipe

Transform leftover chili into a bubbly, cheesy, crowd-pleasing casserole! This recipe is incredibly versatile and fun for the whole family. Customize it with your favorite toppings like corn, French fried onions, potatoes, salsa, or crushed Doritos. Serve with homemade cornbread for the ultimate comfort food experience. We even include instructions for a killer chili-cheese dip appetizer to start your meal!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 468.7 kcal
Protein 41g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Leftover Chili Recipe

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How to Make Leftover Chili Recipe

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, layer 1 cup of leftover chili.
  3. Spread 4 ounces of softened cream cheese evenly over the chili.
  4. Top with 1/2 cup chopped green onions (optional).
  5. Add 1 (15 ounce) can of corn, drained.
  6. Pour remaining chili over the corn, ensuring the cream cheese layer is mostly covered.
  7. Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese blend) over the chili.
  8. Add your desired toppings: 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips, 1/4 cup French fried onions, or a handful of crushed Doritos.
  9. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
  10. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for another 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Serve immediately with cornbread.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

65 g

Sugar

14g

Fat

40g

Carbs

17g

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