Easy Tortilla Casserole

Easy Tortilla Casserole

4 servings
Super easy, family friendly, Mexican-style dinner recipe!

Ingredients

  • 1¼ pounds ground beef
  • 1 medium onion

    chopped

  • 1 medium garlic clove

    minced

  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • One 10-ounce can enchilada sauce
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar-Jack blend cheese
  • One 4-ounce can chopped mild green chiles
  • optional toppings: fresh cilantro

    sour cream, salsa, avocado

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350℉. Spray a 9-inch square baking dish with nonstick spray.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until it is no longer pink; tilt the pan and spoon out the fat to discard. Add onion to the pan and cook 3 to 4 minutes until slightly softened. Then add the garlic, cumin, salt and enchilada sauce. Reduce the heat and simmer 5 to 10 minutes, or until the onion is tender.

  3. 3

    Place one tortilla in the bottom of the prepared dish. Layer with ⅓ of the meat mixture, ¼ of the cheese and ⅓ of the chiles. Repeat layers twice. Top with the remaining tortilla. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

  4. 4

    Cover lightly with foil, and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 5 minutes. Let stand at room temperature for at least 10 minutes before serving. Cut, serve, and top with desired toppings!

Easy Tortilla Casserole

Easy Tortilla Casserole

60 min4 servings

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About this Recipe

Looking for a straightforward, crowd-pleasing dinner that delivers on flavor without the fuss? This Easy Tortilla Casserole is your answer, offering a comforting, Mexican-style meal perfect for any weeknight.

This recipe shines through its brilliant simplicity and harmonious flavors. It combines savory ground beef and aromatic spices with a creamy, cheesy base and soft tortillas, creating a dish that's both hearty and incredibly satisfying. You'll love how easily it comes together, turning basic pantry staples into a delicious family favorite.

Get ready for a casserole that's packed with robust, comforting flavors. Each bite offers tender ground beef seasoned with fragrant cumin, nestled between soft flour tortillas and generously blanketed in melted Cheddar-Jack cheese and mild green chiles. The enchilada sauce ties everything together, infusing the dish with a rich, savory depth that's genuinely delightful. This is a wonderfully approachable dish, designed to bring warmth and big flavor to your table without complicated techniques, making it ideal for busy evenings.

One of the best parts about this Easy Tortilla Casserole is how versatile it is. Feel free to explore different toppings to truly make it your own. Fresh cilantro adds a bright, herbaceous note, while a dollop of sour cream brings a cool creaminess. A spoonful of your favorite salsa can add a fresh tang, and sliced avocado offers a buttery counterpoint. While the recipe uses a Cheddar-Jack blend, you could experiment with other shredded cheeses like Monterey Jack or a Mexican blend for subtle flavor shifts.

This casserole is designed for easy, satisfying family dinners, making it a perfect centerpiece for a casual weeknight meal. Serve it straight from the dish, perhaps with a simple side salad, for a complete and comforting experience.

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