Description
This Easy Mexican Casserole is a hearty and satisfying dish packed with bold Mexican flavors, perfect for a comforting family dinner or meal prep.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups salsa
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (8 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
- 6-8 medium flour tortillas
- Optional garnishes: chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, sour cream, diced avocado
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with chilies, and salsa. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Cut tortillas into strips or quarters.
- Layer half of the tortillas in the baking dish, followed by half the meat mixture and half the cheese. Repeat the layers.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with optional toppings if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey or shredded chicken for a different protein.
- Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free version.
- Adjust spice level with salsa type or by adding jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat in the oven or microwave until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
