Mexican Beef Tortilla Casserole
Savor the bold flavors of a hearty Mexican Beef Tortilla Casserole, a crowd-pleasing dish that's as easy to make as it is delicious. This layered casserole features seasoned ground beef simmered with black beans, sweet corn, and zesty diced tomatoes, all nestled between soft flour tortillas and topped with a melty blanket of shredded Mexican cheese. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this casserole bakes to bubbly perfection in just 30 minutes and is ideal for feeding a hungry crowd. Customize it with dollops of sour cream and a sprinkle of freshly chopped cilantro for a vibrant, restaurant-worthy finish. With its irresistible layers and rich, satisfying flavors, this recipe is destined to become your go-to for Mexican comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 14 ounces diced tomatoes, canned
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 6 flour tortillas (8-inch size)
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
- 0.25 cup cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-6 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Mix in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes (with their juice), black beans, and corn. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
To assemble the casserole, place two tortillas in the bottom of the greased baking dish, overlapping as needed.
Spread one-third of the beef mixture evenly over the tortillas, then sprinkle one-third of the shredded cheese on top.
Repeat the layering process two more times, finishing with a layer of cheese on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven 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 serving. Optionally, garnish with sour cream and chopped cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
613 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.5 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.1 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 94 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 826 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 378 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 625 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.
