Cancun Casserole
Take your taste buds on a tropical getaway with this mouthwatering Cancun Casserole, a vibrant, Tex-Mex-inspired dish that’s perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests! This hearty casserole layers tender ground beef, zesty taco-seasoned vegetables, and a medley of black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies, all nestled between soft tortillas and smothered in creamy sour cream and a melty Mexican cheese blend. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a hassle-free meal that’s packed with bold flavors and satisfying textures. Garnished with fresh cilantro and jalapeños, this casserole offers the ideal balance of comfort and spice. Serve it up with a side of salsa, avocado, or an extra dollop of sour cream for a truly irresistible fiesta on your plate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 15-oz can canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
- 1 15-oz can canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1 tbsp sliced jalapeños (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the beef mixture, and stir to combine. Then, add the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and corn. Simmer for 5 minutes to meld flavors.
Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Begin layering by placing 2 tortillas on the bottom of the dish, cutting them if necessary to cover the entire bottom.
Spread half of the sour cream over the tortillas, then evenly layer half of the beef mixture on top. Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheese.
Repeat the layering process with the remaining tortillas, sour cream, beef mixture, and cheese.
Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before garnishing with fresh cilantro and jalapeños, if desired.
Slice and serve warm. Enjoy your Cancun Casserole with optional toppings like avocado, extra sour cream, or salsa!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
643 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.2 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.6 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 103 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 1016 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 31.4 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 438 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 637 mg | 14% | |
*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.
