Layered Mexican Bake
Dive into the comforting layers of this irresistible Layered Mexican Bake, a hearty casserole that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Featuring seasoned ground beef, zesty black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and sweet bursts of corn, this dish is a celebration of bold Mexican flavors. Soft, flour tortillas are stacked with the savory mixture and topped generously with gooey shredded Mexican cheese, delivering melty perfection in every bite. Baked until bubbly and golden, this easy-to-make recipe is finished with a garnish of fresh cilantro, green onions, and a dollop of creamy sour cream for a satisfying twist. With just 15 minutes of prep time and enough to serve six, this one-pan wonder is destined to become a family favorite. Tags: Mexican bake recipe, easy layered casserole, ground beef dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 ounces) canned black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (10 ounces) canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 6 pieces flour tortillas (8-inch)
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and frozen corn. Simmer the mixture for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine. Remove from heat.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
Place two tortillas on the bottom of the baking dish, slightly overlapping them to cover the base.
Spread one-third of the meat mixture evenly over the tortillas, followed by one-third of the shredded cheese.
Repeat the layering process two more times, ending with a layer of cheese on top.
Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Serve with dollops of sour cream, sliced green onions, and chopped cilantro on top. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.7 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 103 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 978 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.1 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 31.0 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 436 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 616 mg | 13% | |
*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.
