My Favorite Mexican Casserole

Indulge in layers of bold Tex-Mex flavors with "My Favorite Mexican Casserole," a family-friendly dinner that’s as easy as it is delicious. Built on a foundation of seasoned ground beef, zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, hearty black beans, and sweet corn, this casserole offers a perfect balance of spice and comfort. Velvety sour cream and gooey Mexican blend cheese melt beautifully between layers of soft flour tortillas, creating a rich, bubbly finish. Ready in just 45 minutes and perfect for feeding a crowd, this easy Mexican casserole is baked to golden perfection in a single dish. Enjoy it as it is, or elevate it further with toppings like fresh cilantro, salsa, or creamy guacamole. Whether for a busy weeknight or a potluck, this recipe will quickly become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 6 medium flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with a light coating of olive oil or cooking spray.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess grease, then stir in the taco seasoning.

Step 4

Mix in the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained), black beans, frozen corn, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, then remove from heat.

Step 5

Spread a thin layer of the beef mixture onto the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Cover with two flour tortillas, tearing them as needed to fit the pan.

Step 6

Spread one-third of the remaining beef mixture over the tortillas, followed by one-third of the sour cream, and one-third of the shredded cheese. Repeat the layers (tortillas, beef, sour cream, cheese) two more times, ending with a layer of cheese on top.

Step 7

Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 8

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Step 9

Serve with your favorite toppings such as salsa, guacamole, or additional sour cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1995 grams (1995.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3669

Total Fat 224.00g	287%
Saturated Fat 114.60g	573%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 616mg	205%
Sodium 9316mg	405%
Total Carbohydrate 264.70g	96%
Dietary Fiber 43.40g	155%
Total Sugars 34.80g
Protein 184.30g	369%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2527mg	194%
Iron 25mg	140%
Potassium 3142mg	67%

*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: 52.9%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 27.8%