Description
This Easy Beef Enchilada Casserole is a wonderfully comforting and flavorful dish that brings all the beloved tastes of enchiladas to your table with minimal fuss. Layers of tender seasoned beef, soft corn tortillas, and rich enchilada sauce are all baked together under a blanket of melted cheese, creating a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs lean ground beef
1 small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 packet taco seasoning
2 cans (10 oz each) red enchilada sauce
12 small corn tortillas, cut into halves
2.5 cups Mexican blend shredded cheese
1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup sour cream
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Brown lean ground beef with a diced yellow onion in a skillet over medium high heat, then drain any excess fat.
Stir in minced garlic and taco seasoning until everything is well combined.
Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce over the bottom of the prepared baking dish and arrange one layer of corn tortilla halves.
Top with half of the ground beef mixture, rinsed black beans, 1 cup of enchilada sauce, and 1 cup of shredded cheese.
Repeat the layering process with the remaining tortillas, beef, enchilada sauce, and the rest of the cheese.
Cover the dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for another 10 minutes until the casserole is bubbly.
Garnish with sour cream and fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
Even Layering: Try to spread the beef mixture and sauce as evenly as possible across each layer. This ensures that every forkful has a delightful mix of all the components.
Tortilla Softness: The corn tortillas will soften beautifully as they bake. If you find them a bit stiff to cut, a quick zap in the microwave for 15-20 seconds can make them more pliable.
Baking Dish Size: A standard 9×13 inch baking dish is ideal for this recipe. If your dish is slightly smaller or larger, you might need to adjust baking time slightly to ensure everything is heated through and bubbly.
Don’t Overcrowd: While you want generous layers, avoid overstuffing the dish, which can lead to uneven cooking or overflow.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Protein: N/A