Tex Mex Gooey Casserole

Dive into the warm, comforting layers of Tex Mex Gooey Casserole, a hearty and flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This casserole combines seasoned ground beef, zesty Rotel tomatoes, black beans, and sweet corn, all layered with soft corn tortillas and a generous blanket of melted Mexican blend cheese. A creamy layer of sour cream adds a luscious, tangy touch, while optional jalapeño slices bring a kick of heat for spice lovers. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe delivers bold Tex-Mex flavors in every bite and is easy to customize with your favorite toppings like fresh cilantro or avocado. Perfect for meal prep or serving up at your next fiesta!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

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
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel)
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 8 pieces corn tortillas
• 0.25 cup jalapeño slices (optional)
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish lightly with oil or cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and frozen corn kernels. Let simmer for 5 minutes to combine flavors.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of the beef mixture on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.

Step 7

Place 4 corn tortillas over the beef mixture, overlapping slightly to cover the entire surface.

Step 8

Spread half of the sour cream evenly over the tortillas, followed by half of the remaining beef mixture, and then 1 cup of shredded Mexican blend cheese.

Step 9

Repeat the layers: tortillas, sour cream, beef mixture, and cheese.

Step 10

Top with optional jalapeño slices if desired.

Step 11

Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2399.1 grams (2399.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3938

Total Fat 219.70g	282%
Saturated Fat 107.20g	536%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 636mg	212%
Sodium 6076mg	264%
Total Carbohydrate 330.10g	120%
Dietary Fiber 61.00g	218%
Total Sugars 44.40g
Protein 189.00g	378%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2390mg	184%
Iron 23mg	127%
Potassium 4047mg	86%

*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: 48.8%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 32.6%