Description
Hearty beef enchilada casserole delivers layers of Mexican-inspired comfort with rich, spicy flavors melding perfectly between corn tortillas. Cheesy, zesty goodness promises a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Enchilada Casserole Ingredients:
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 10–12 small corn tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 small can of diced green chilies
- 1 can corn
- 1 can black beans
Seasonings and Extras:
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- Salt
- Pepper
- Olive oil
Garnish and Serving:
- Sour cream
- Fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F, preparing a welcoming environment for the casserole’s transformation.
- In a skillet, drizzle olive oil and sauté diced onions until they become translucent and aromatic.
- Introduce minced garlic to the pan, allowing its fragrance to bloom for a brief moment.
- Incorporate ground beef and taco seasoning, browning the meat thoroughly and ensuring complete cooking.
- Create a foundation in the baking dish with a layer of corn tortillas, establishing the base of this hearty meal.
- Construct layers of seasoned beef, black beans, corn, green chilies, melting cheese, and enchilada sauce, building flavor complexity with each stratum.
- Repeat the layering process, ensuring each ingredient is evenly distributed for a balanced bite.
- Generously crown the casserole with remaining cheese, creating a golden, melted topping.
- Seal the dish with foil, protecting the ingredients during initial baking.
- Slide into the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, removing the foil during the final 10 minutes to achieve a crispy, bronzed cheese surface.
- Once bubbling and golden, extract from the oven and let rest briefly.
- Garnish with dollops of sour cream, scattered fresh cilantro, and zesty lime wedges for a vibrant finish.
Notes
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner, vegetarian-friendly version that still packs incredible flavor.
- Layer tortillas slightly overlapping to create a sturdy base that prevents the casserole from falling apart when serving.
- Drain excess liquid from beans and corn to keep the casserole from becoming watery and maintain a perfect texture.
- Use low-sodium taco seasoning and cheese to control salt content, making this dish more heart-healthy without sacrificing taste.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 384 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg