Overnight Mexican Tortilla Lasagna
Elevate your dinner game with this flavorful and easy-to-make *Overnight Mexican Tortilla Lasagna*! Layered with savory ground beef (or a lighter option like turkey or chicken), hearty black beans, sweet corn, and zesty taco-seasoned tomatoes, this dish delivers bold Mexican-inspired flavors in every bite. Soft flour tortillas take the place of traditional pasta, making it a fun twist on classic lasagna, while gooey melted Mexican cheese ties everything together. The best part? Prepare it the night before to let the flavors meld perfectly, then simply bake it the next day for a stress-free meal. Topped with fresh cilantro and served with optional sour cream or jalapeño slices, this family-friendly casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Easy, cheesy, and irresistibly good—this overnight tortilla lasagna is sure to become a new household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken for a lighter option)
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
- 1 15-ounce can Black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Corn kernels, drained (canned or frozen, thawed)
- 1 14.5-ounce can Diced tomatoes, with juices
- 1.5 cups Salsa (mild, medium, or hot based on preference)
- 8 Flour tortillas (8-inch size)
- 2 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
- Sour cream (optional, for serving)
- Sliced jalapeños (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet with the beef, and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, corn kernels, and diced tomatoes with their juices. Mix well and simmer for 5 minutes to combine the flavors.
Remove the skillet from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread 1/2 cup of salsa across the bottom to prevent sticking.
Place 2 tortillas in the dish, slightly overlapping to cover the bottom. Spread 1/3 of the meat mixture evenly over the tortillas, followed by 1/2 cup of shredded cheese.
Repeat the layers (tortillas, meat mixture, cheese) two more times, ending with a final layer of tortillas on top. Spread the remaining salsa across the top layer and sprinkle the rest of the cheese over it.
Cover the dish tightly with foil and refrigerate it overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
The next day, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove the dish from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
Bake, covered, for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden.
Remove the lasagna from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes. Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro over the top before serving.
Serve warm with optional sour cream and sliced jalapeños on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4933 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 286.6 g | 367% | |
| Saturated Fat | 133.5 g | 668% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 891 mg | 297% | |
| Sodium | 9350 mg | 407% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 356.5 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.4 g | 173% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.1 g | ||
| Protein | 260.3 g | 521% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 4129 mg | 318% | |
| Iron | 37.2 mg | 207% | |
| Potassium | 4904 mg | 104% | |
*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.
