Beef Enchilada Casserole
This cheesy, layered enchilada casserole is packed with seasoned ground beef, beans, and tortillas—all baked to bubbly perfection in under an hour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired / Tex-Mex
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
8 corn tortillas
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with onion and garlic until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
Stir in enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes, black beans, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
Place 4 corn tortillas on the bottom of the baking dish, overlapping slightly if needed.
Spread half of the beef mixture evenly over tortillas. Sprinkle with half of both cheeses.
Add another layer of 4 tortillas, then top with remaining beef mixture.
Sprinkle remaining cheese evenly on top.
Bake for 25 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired.
Notes
Letting the casserole rest helps it slice cleanly.
Swap ground beef for ground turkey if desired.
Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa on the side.
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