Mexican Style Beef Casserole

Dive into the rich, bold flavors of this Mexican Style Beef Casserole—a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Layers of tender flour tortillas, savory seasoned ground beef, zesty Rotel tomatoes, black beans, and a medley of sautéed vegetables are topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese for the ultimate Tex-Mex comfort food. Bursting with spices from a classic taco seasoning blend and complemented by sweet corn and optional fresh cilantro, this casserole hits every note of satisfying flavor. Simple to assemble with just 15 minutes of prep time, this one-dish wonder is baked to golden perfection in under an hour. Serve it with a side of sour cream, guacamole, or a crisp salad for a complete meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 6 flour tortillas (8-inch)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.

Step 6

Stir in the taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the cooked beef and vegetables. Mix well.

Step 7

Add the black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and corn to the skillet. Stir to combine. Cook for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 8

Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with nonstick spray or olive oil.

Step 9

Place 2 flour tortillas on the bottom of the casserole dish, overlapping if necessary.

Step 10

Spoon one-third of the beef and vegetable mixture over the tortillas, spreading it evenly.

Step 11

Sprinkle one-third of the shredded cheese over the beef mixture.

Step 12

Repeat the layering process two more times, ending with a layer of cheese on top.

Step 13

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

Step 14

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 15

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

Step 16

Optionally, garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2112.1 grams (2112.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3678

Total Fat 208.80g	268%
Saturated Fat 91.50g	458%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 563mg	188%
Sodium 10362mg	451%
Total Carbohydrate 288.50g	105%
Dietary Fiber 43.60g	156%
Total Sugars 25.30g
Protein 184.50g	369%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2261mg	174%
Iron 25mg	141%
Potassium 3455mg	74%

*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: 49.8%

Protein: 19.6%

Carbs: 30.6%