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Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole

A hearty and satisfying casserole featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, gooey cheese, and flavorful tortillas, perfect for families and busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
  • 6-8 pieces small flour or corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper
Optional toppings
  • chopped cilantro For garnish
  • diced tomatoes For garnish
  • sour cream For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. To the beef, add diced onions, black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
Layering
  1. In a greased baking dish, spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce at the bottom. Place tortillas over the sauce to create the first layer.
  2. Spoon half of the beef mixture over the tortillas, add a layer of cheese, and then drizzle more enchilada sauce.
  3. Add another layer of tortillas, followed by the remaining beef mixture, more cheese, and enchilada sauce.
  4. Finish with a final layer of tortillas topped with the remaining cheese and sauce.
Baking
  1. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serving
  1. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Top with your desired toppings and enjoy!

Notes

For a lighter option, you can use lean ground turkey or chicken. Watch the casserole while baking to prevent the cheese from burning. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.