Mexican Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
80/20
- 1 envelope taco seasoning
- 1 jar salsa
16-ounce
- 1 can chili beans
- 1 cup frozen corn
thawed and draind
- 12 corn tortillas
6 inch
- 3 cups Jack cheese
divided, shredded
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 can sliced black olives
2.25-ounce
- 1 cup green onion
sliced~divided
- 1 cup fresh tomatoes
seeded and chopped
- 1/2 cup cilantro
chopped
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Spray a 9X13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray, Spray a piece (large enough to cover the baking dish) of aluminum foil with cooking spray. Place on counter sprayed side up; set aside.
- 2
In a large skillet, cook and crumble ground beef, (1 pound) over medium-high heat, until browned and crumbly, 8 to 10 minutes.
- 3
Stir in taco seasoning (1 envelope) and salsa (1 jar), reduce the heat, and simmer until liquid is absorbed about 8-10 minutes.
- 4
Stir in chili beans (1 can) and corn (1 cup) and cook until heated through.
- 5
Arrange 6 tortillas in the bottom of the dish, overlapping the tortillas.
- 6
Spoon half of the meat mixture over the tortillas then sprinkle with half the cheese.
- 7
Repeat a second layer of tortillas on top of the casserole. Pour the remainder of the meat mixture over the tortillas, spread the sour cream (2 cups) over the top, then sprinkle olives (1 cup), 1/2 cup green onion, and tomatoes (1 cup). Top with an even layer of the remaining cheese.
- 8
Bake in preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until heated through. Remove foil, and continue to bake, uncovered for 10 minutes.
- 9
Sprinkle top with cilantro (1/2 cup) and remaining 1/2 cup green onion. Serve.
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About this Recipe
Craving a robust, satisfying dinner that's both easy to make and packed with flavor? This Mexican Casserole recipe is your answer for a hearty weeknight meal the whole family will adore.
This casserole brings together classic comforting flavors in a single dish, simplifying dinner without sacrificing taste. It's loaded with savory ground beef, robust chili beans, zesty salsa, and plenty of gooey Jack cheese, ensuring every forkful is a rich, satisfying experience.
Prepare for a deliciously layered dish where tender seasoned ground beef meets the warmth of chili beans and the freshness of corn, all nestled between soft corn tortillas. A generous blanket of melted Jack cheese ties everything together, creating a perfectly balanced texture that's both comforting and exciting. The bright notes from fresh tomatoes, green onions, and cilantro cut through the richness, leaving you with a hearty meal that feels both wholesome and indulgent. It's a flavorful journey that satisfies deeply without being overly complex.
Customization & Variations
You can easily personalize this Mexican casserole to fit your family's preferences. Feel free to adjust the amount of toppings like black olives, green onion, fresh tomatoes, and cilantro to suit your taste. For those who enjoy an extra kick, choose a spicier salsa or a bold taco seasoning to amplify the heat. If you prefer a milder profile, opt for mild versions of these ingredients.
This Mexican casserole is the quintessential hearty weeknight dinner, perfect for busy evenings when you need a comforting meal. Serve it straight from the oven as a standalone main course, perhaps with a simple green salad on the side to round out the plate.