Aaron Tippin's Mexican Casserole

Experience the bold and comforting flavors of Aaron Tippin's Mexican Casserole, a hearty dish that's perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. This easy-to-make casserole layers seasoned ground beef, black beans, sweet corn, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies between soft tortilla quarters, all topped with a gooey Mexican cheese blend. Ready in just 45 minutes, it combines classic Tex-Mex ingredients with a simple, crowd-pleasing preparation method. Customize your dish with optional sour cream and fresh cilantro for a pop of creaminess and freshness. Ideal for busy weeknights, this one-pan wonder is a warm and satisfying meal that will quickly become a staple on your dinner table.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 10 oz canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel), undrained
• 15 oz canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
• 6 flour tortillas, cut into quarters
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray or butter and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning, canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (including the liquid), black beans, and corn. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.

Step 5

Layer half of the cut tortilla pieces on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Spread half of the ground beef mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese on top.

Step 6

Repeat the layers with the remaining tortillas, ground beef mixture, and another cup of shredded cheese.

Step 7

Cover the casserole tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Step 9

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Top with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2371.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4755.5

Total Fat 289.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 140.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 935.7mg	0%
Sodium 11383.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 293.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.0g	0%
Total Sugars 34.7g
Protein 254.6g	0%

Vitamin D 134.3IU	0%
Calcium 4117.1mg	0%
Iron 28.9mg	0%
Potassium 4309.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.3%

Protein: 21.2%

Carbs: 24.5%