Beef Enchilada Casserole with Corn Tortillas
This Beef Enchilada Casserole with Corn Tortillas is a delicious, layered dish filled with seasoned ground beef, enchilada sauce, melted cheese, and soft corn tortillas. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dinner that brings all the classic enchilada flavors into a convenient baked casserole. Ideal for busy weeknights, this cheesy, comforting dish requires minimal prep and is ready to serve in under an hour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Corn tortillas
- Red enchilada sauce
- Cheddar or Mexican blend cheese (shredded)
- Onion (chopped)
- Garlic (minced)
- Olive oil
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh cilantro (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until softened.
- Add ground beef, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook until browned.
- In a greased baking dish, layer corn tortillas, beef mixture, enchilada sauce, and cheese. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used.
- Top the casserole with a final layer of cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve warm.
Notes
- You can add black beans or corn to the beef mixture for added texture.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey for a lighter option.
- Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg