Mexican Madness
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with Mexican Madness, a hearty and flavor-packed baked dish that brings the vibrant tastes of Mexico straight to your table! This crowd-pleaser layers seasoned ground beef, black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, and sweet corn with soft flour tortillas and melty cheddar cheese for a satisfying Tex-Mex casserole that's perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Topped with creamy avocado slices, zesty lime crema, fresh cilantro, and optional jalapeño heat, this dish delivers bold flavors and contrasting textures in every bite. Easy to make in just 40 minutes, Mexican Madness is a family-friendly recipe that delivers restaurant-quality results from the comfort of your kitchen. Serve it with lime wedges on the side for an extra citrusy kick and let the delicious madness begin!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 15 ounces canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 14.5 ounces canned fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 1 jalapeño pepper, sliced (optional)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the diced yellow 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 fully browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 6-7 minutes.
Drain any excess grease from the skillet, then stir in taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to coat the beef.
Add the canned black beans, fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with their juices), and frozen corn. Stir to combine and let simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In an oven-safe dish, layer half of the beef mixture, followed by 4 small flour tortillas, then sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Repeat with the remaining beef, tortillas, and cheese.
Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
While the dish is baking, prepare the lime crema by mixing the sour cream with the juice of half a lime in a small bowl. Set aside.
Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
Top the baked dish with sliced avocado, jalapeño slices (if using), fresh cilantro, and a drizzle of the lime crema.
Serve with lime wedges on the side for additional zest and enjoy your Mexican Madness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3846 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 229.9 g | 295% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.2 g | 511% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 560 mg | 187% | |
| Sodium | 8918 mg | 388% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.6 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 61.6 g | 220% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.8 g | ||
| Protein | 184.1 g | 368% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2139 mg | 165% | |
| Iron | 27.4 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 4384 mg | 93% | |
*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.
