El Dorado Mexican Casserole

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this El Dorado Mexican Casserole, a flavor-packed fusion of layers that brings bold Tex-Mex goodness to your dinner table! Made with seasoned ground beef, hearty black beans, zesty tomatoes with green chilies, and sweet corn, this casserole is generously smothered in a creamy sour cream and shredded Mexican cheese blend that melts to perfection. Tender flour tortillas are stacked between the vibrant filling, creating irresistibly cheesy, saucy layers. Easy to assemble and baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this casserole is ready in under an hour and serves up to six. Ideal for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, it’s a one-dish wonder that pairs beautifully with a fresh cilantro garnish and a side of guacamole or rice. For fans of Mexican-inspired cuisine, this El Dorado casserole will become a fast favorite!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp taco seasoning
• 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
• 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 6 medium flour tortillas
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tbsp olive oil

📝 Instructions

13 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.

2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.

3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

4. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.

5. Stir in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with green chilies (along with their juices), black beans, and corn. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until well combined and heated through.

6. Spread a thin layer of the beef mixture evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

7. Place two tortillas over the beef mixture, overlapping slightly if needed.

8. Layer one-third of the remaining beef mixture on top of the tortillas, then add one-third of the sour cream and one-third of the shredded cheese.

9. Repeat the layering process (tortillas, beef mixture, sour cream, cheese) two more times, finishing with a layer of cheese on top.

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

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

12. Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

13. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (394.3g)

Calories		661
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		39.8 g	51%
	Saturated Fat	20.1 g	101%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		103 mg	34%
Sodium		945 mg	41%
Total Carbohydrate		48.9 g	18%
	Dietary Fiber	7.1 g	25%
	Total Sugars	7.9 g
Protein		31.5 g	63%
Vitamin D		0.3 mcg	2%
Calcium		438 mg	34%
Iron		4.7 mg	26%
Potassium		575 mg	12%

*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: 2157 cal (52.7%%)

Protein: 758 cal (18.5%%)

Carbs: 1174 cal (28.7%%)