Burrito Casserole

Transform your favorite Tex-Mex flavors into a hearty, family-friendly meal with this irresistible Burrito Casserole. Layered with seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, and rich sour cream, this easy-to-make dish combines all the best parts of a burrito in a convenient baked casserole. Topped with melted Mexican blend cheese and zesty salsa, each slice delivers bold flavors and gooey perfection. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, this recipe is ready in under an hour and serves six generously. Garnish with sliced black olives and green onions for added flair, and pair it with a fresh side salad or tortilla chips for a complete meal. If you’re craving a dish that’s cozy, cheesy, and crowd-pleasing, this burrito casserole is sure to hit the spot!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 0.25 cup water
• 16 ounces refried beans
• 1 cup sour cream
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 6 large flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 cup salsa
• 2 tablespoons green onions (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 cup black olives (optional, sliced, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon.

Step 3

Drain any excess grease from the beef, then add the taco seasoning and water. Stir well and cook until the beef is evenly coated and the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 4

In a medium bowl, mix together the refried beans, sour cream, and cream cheese until well combined. Set aside.

Step 5

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray or a thin layer of oil.

Step 6

Spread about 2 tablespoons of the salsa evenly on the bottom of the casserole dish.

Step 7

Layer two tortillas across the bottom of the dish, overlapping slightly.

Step 8

Spread half of the refried bean mixture over the tortillas, followed by half of the seasoned ground beef. Sprinkle 2/3 cup of the shredded cheese on top.

Step 9

Repeat the layering process: tortillas, the remaining bean mixture, the remaining ground beef, and another 2/3 cup of cheese.

Step 10

Top with the final two tortillas, then spread the remaining salsa evenly over them. Finish with the remaining shredded cheese.

Step 11

Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 13

Let the casserole cool slightly for about 5 minutes before slicing into portions.

Step 14

Garnish with green onions and sliced black olives if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2129.7 grams (2129.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3981

Total Fat 264.00g	338%
Saturated Fat 140.00g	700%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.30g
Cholesterol 731mg	244%
Sodium 11326mg	492%
Total Carbohydrate 249.20g	91%
Dietary Fiber 33.70g	120%
Total Sugars 32.10g
Protein 186.40g	373%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2725mg	210%
Iron 25mg	141%
Potassium 3598mg	77%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.7%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 24.2%