Here’s a delicious, easy Mexican Tortilla Casserole that’s perfect for family dinners or meal prep 🌮🔥
🌮 Mexican Tortilla Casserole
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground chicken/turkey)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (cheddar + Monterey Jack works great)
- 6–8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado, cilantro, jalapeños
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2️⃣ Cook the meat:
In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute. Drain excess grease.
3️⃣ Season & mix:
Stir in taco seasoning, salsa, black beans, and corn. Simmer 3–5 minutes.
4️⃣ Layer the casserole:
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a greased 9×13 dish.
- Add tortillas (tear to fit if needed).
- Spread meat mixture.
- Sprinkle cheese.
- Repeat layers (usually 2–3 layers).
- Finish with tortillas, remaining sauce, and cheese on top.
5️⃣ Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and cheese is melted.
6️⃣ Rest 5–10 minutes, then slice and serve with toppings.
🌟 Tips
- Make it vegetarian by skipping the meat and adding extra beans or sautéed veggies.
- Add diced green chilies for extra flavor.
- It reheats beautifully for leftovers.
If you’d like, I can also give you a slow cooker version or a low-carb version.
