Q E Mexican Casserole
Comfort food meets bold flavors in this quick and easy Mexican casserole—your new go-to recipe for busy weeknights! Packed with layers of seasoned ground beef, black beans, sweet corn, and diced tomatoes with zesty green chilies, this dish is crowned with melted cheddar cheese for the ultimate crowd-pleasing bite. Flour tortillas serve as the foundation for this hearty, layered bake, offering a texture that’s both soft and satisfying. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples like taco seasoning, this casserole delivers vibrant Mexican-inspired flavors without the fuss. Perfectly baked to bubbly, golden perfection and topped with fresh cilantro and sour cream, it’s an irresistible dish for family dinners or casual gatherings. Keywords: "Mexican casserole recipe," "quick and easy casserole," "ground beef dinner," "layered Mexican bake," "weeknight comfort food."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 can (15 ounces), rinsed and drained black beans
- 1 can (15 ounces), drained corn kernels
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 medium (6-inch) flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional, for garnish) fresh cilantro
- 0.5 cup (optional, for serving) sour cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until the meat is browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease if necessary.
Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, corn kernels, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Cook for 2-3 minutes to combine and warm through. Remove from heat.
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place two flour tortillas in the bottom of the dish, overlapping slightly if needed.
Spread one-third of the beef mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Repeat the layers twice more: tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese. Finish with a final layer of cheese on top.
Cover the casserole tightly 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 bubbly and golden brown.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired. Serve with sour cream on the side for added creaminess.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3635 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 223.8 g | 287% | |
| Saturated Fat | 111.5 g | 558% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 605 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 5512 mg | 240% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 257.0 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.9 g | 128% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 183.0 g | 366% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 2453 mg | 189% | |
| Iron | 23.3 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 2494 mg | 53% | |
*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.
