Description
A comforting and easy Tex-Mex casserole made with layers of tortillas, seasoned ground beef, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese, baked until bubbly and golden. Perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, diced
1 packet taco seasoning
1 cup water
1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
6 small flour tortillas, cut into quarters
2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until beef is browned. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add enchilada sauce and drained diced tomatoes with green chilies. Simmer 2–3 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Spread a thin layer of meat sauce in the prepared baking dish. Layer half of the tortilla pieces, half of the meat mixture, and half of the shredded cheese.
- Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, meat mixture, and cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Top with sour cream, black olives, and fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
Substitute ground turkey or shredded chicken for a lighter option.
For a vegetarian version, use black beans, pinto beans, or sautéed vegetables instead of meat.
Add chopped jalapeños or spicy enchilada sauce for extra heat.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Ensure tomatoes are well drained to prevent excess moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
