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Made with flour tortillas, ground beef, and beans, this Mexican Casserole recipe is bursting with flavor in every bite. It’s hearty, filling, and easy to make too!
Why You’ll Love This Mexican Casserole Recipe
This casserole has been a big hit with the whole family. Here are a few reasons why.
- Great flavors. This casserole is PACKED with flavors, from the taco seasoning and veggies to the diced tomatoes with green chilies and beyond. There’s definitely no shortage of flavors!
- Taco Tuesday alternative. While not technically a taco casserole, this Mexican casserole is made with tortillas and several common taco ingredients. I think that’s close enough to call it perfect for Taco Tuesday!
- Easy to make. There are only a few steps to making this casserole – making the ground beef mixture, layering everything, and popping it in the oven. The hands-on time is just 15 minutes or so, making it great for busy weeknights.
- Freezes well. Mexican casserole is perfect if you like to meal prep freezer meals as it freezes beautifully! Sometimes I’ll make a second one just to keep it in the freezer for nights I really don’t feel like cooking.
What You’ll Need
Here’s an overview of the ingredients needed in this recipe. Scroll down to the recipe card below for the exact measurements.
- Ground beef – I like to use an 80/20 lean ground beef or even 90/10. It still has lots of flavor without extra grease.
- Veggies – Onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. All chopped into small pieces.
- Garlic
- Taco seasoning – You can grab a packet of taco seasoning at the store or use homemade taco seasoning.
- Spices – Oregano, salt, and pepper
- Tomato paste
- Diced tomatoes with green chilies – ROTEL or similar.
- Beans – I used both canned black beans (drained and rinsed) and refried beans in this recipe.
- Flour tortillas – 6 inch tortillas are best for this recipe.
- Colby Jack cheese – Feel free to substitute Colby Jack cheese with Mexican blend, Monterey Jack, or sharp cheddar cheese for different flavor profiles.
How To Make Mexican Casserole
This casserole is super easy to make. Here’s how to do it. You can find the printable instructions in the recipe card below.
- Prep. Preheat the oven to 375F. Lightly grease the baking dish.
- Make the beef mixture. Brown the beef until fully cooked. Drain any grease. Add in the veggies and saute until soft. Stir in the taco seasoning and other seasonings. Mix well to combine. Add the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and black beans. Stir to combine and simmer for about 3 minutes.
- Assemble. Place a single layer of tortillas in the baking dish. Spread half of the refried beans over the tortillas and top with half of the beef mixture and half of the Colby Jack cheese. Repeat the layers, finishing with the cheese on top.
- Bake. Cover the dish with foil. Bake for 20 minutes then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until bubbly and golden brown.
- Enjoy. Cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Recipe Variations
Here are a few ways to customize this Mexican casserole.
- Add some heat. For those who enjoy a bit of heat, consider adding sliced jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper to the beef mixture.
- Try it with corn tortillas. If you prefer, you can use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas for a slightly different texture and taste.
- Make it vegetarian. To make this dish vegetarian, replace the ground beef with a plant-based meat alternative or additional vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms.
- Add other ingredients. Enhance the flavor by mixing in a can of corn kernels or adding chopped fresh cilantro to the beef mixture.
- Try a different protein. Ground turkey or chicken could easily be substituted for the ground beef in this recipe.
Topping Ideas
When serving this casserole, I always like to add a few toppings (or at least set them out so everyone can add their own). Here are a few ideas:
- Sour cream
- Sliced jalapenos
- Chopped cilantro
- Diced avocado
- Guacamole
Proper Storage
- Fridge. Store any leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer. This casserole can be frozen for up to 2 months. Allow it to cool completely before wrapping tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Reheat. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until heated through or in the microwave on a low setting.
More Easy Casserole Recipes To Try
- Dorito Casserole
- Chicken Parmesan Casserole
- Ravioli Casserole
- Beef Enchilada Casserole
- King Ranch Chicken Casserole
Mexican Casserole
Made with flour tortillas, ground beef, and beans, this Mexican Casserole recipe is bursting with flavor in every bite. It's hearty, filling, and easy to make too!
Servings: 8 people
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 green bell pepper chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 ounce taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 15 ounces black beans drained and rinsed
- 16 ounces refried beans
- 10 6- inch flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C), and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine the flavors.
- Add the tomato paste, the can of diced tomatoes with green chilies, and the can of black beans Stir to combine, allowing the mixture to simmer for about 3 minutes.
- In the prepared baking dish, place a single layer of tortillas at the bottom of the baking dish. Spread half of the refried beans over the tortillas. Then, spread half of the beef and bean mixture over the refried beans, followed by half of shredded Colby Jack cheese. Repeat the layering process with the other half of the ingredients, finishing with a layer of cheese on top.
- Cover the 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 bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, sliced jalapenos, or chopped cilantro. Enjoy!
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Nutrition
Calories: 812kcal | Carbohydrates: 90g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 1845mg | Potassium: 725mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1017IU | Vitamin C: 38mg | Calcium: 501mg | Iron: 9mg
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2 comments on “Mexican Casserole”
My family loved this!
So glad they loved it Mary!