Description
This Mexican Beef Enchilada Casserole is a cheesy, layered dish packed with seasoned ground beef, beans, tortillas, and enchilada sauce. Baked until bubbly and golden, it’s a hearty and family-friendly dinner that delivers all the flavors of classic enchiladas without the hassle of rolling.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade mix)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel style)
- 1 can (15 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas, cut into halves or quarters
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend or cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- Sour cream and avocado (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer 2–3 minutes, then mix in black beans, diced tomatoes, and half the enchilada sauce.
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of the baking dish. Add a layer of tortillas, then spread one-third of the beef mixture on top. Sprinkle with cheese.
- Repeat layers (tortillas, beef mixture, cheese) until all ingredients are used, finishing with cheese on top. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top layer.
- Sprinkle with black olives if using.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with cilantro, sour cream, or avocado.
Notes
- Use ground turkey or shredded chicken instead of beef for variation.
- Swap red enchilada sauce with green for a different flavor profile.
- Add sautéed bell peppers or corn for extra veggies.
- Make it spicier with hot enchilada sauce or chopped jalapeños.
- Freezes well—assemble, wrap tightly, and freeze before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: beef enchilada casserole, Mexican beef bake, layered enchilada dish, easy enchilada casserole, cheesy beef enchiladas