Mexican Casserole My Way
Bring the vibrant flavors of the Southwest to your table with "Mexican Casserole My Way," a crowd-pleasing, layered bake that's both hearty and easy to prepare! This dish features seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, all layered between soft flour tortillas and melty Mexican blend cheese for a taco-inspired casserole that's bursting with flavor. Perfectly seasoned with a classic taco spice blend, this casserole is topped off with a dollop of creamy sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a fresh finish. Ready in under an hour and ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining, this recipe is a delicious fusion of comfort food and Mexican flair. Serve up generous slices with your favorite toppings for a festive meal that’s sure to delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 6 small flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or a thin coat of olive oil.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic, cooking until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Cook for 6-8 minutes, or until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Stir in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, corn, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, combining everything evenly. Remove from heat.
Spread a thin layer of the beef mixture on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Place two tortillas on top, slightly overlapping to cover the surface.
Add 1/3 of the remaining beef mixture on top of the tortillas, followed by a layer of 1/3 of the shredded cheese. Repeat the layering process two more times, ending with a layer of cheese on top.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Top with sour cream, fresh cilantro, and additional taco toppings if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3649 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 221.9 g | 284% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.3 g | 566% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 616 mg | 205% | |
| Sodium | 9774 mg | 425% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 262.6 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.9 g | 168% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.1 g | ||
| Protein | 183.7 g | 367% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2516 mg | 194% | |
| Iron | 24.6 mg | 137% | |
| Potassium | 3620 mg | 77% | |
*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.
