Layered Mexican Tortilla Casserole

This a great Mexican Recipe that can be used to switch up Taco Tuesday or Mexican Monday at your house. This is the perfect recipe because it is simple, takes just a few ingredients and everyone loves this when they taste it. I absolutely love making this dish, it looks like Lasagna, but tastes different obviously.

The dish looks like it would be time-consuming, but the truth is that it is the opposite. It comes together quickly.

Simple ingredients such as Tortillas, cheese, ground beef, cheese, chilis, cheese. Okay, so you get the point, the casserole is super cheesy and gooey just like we love.

The recipe is versatile enough that you could add corn, refried beans, olives or even guacamole f you wanted. This is truly a comforting dish that is even better during the cooler months as it will warm you up from the inside out.

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What makes this such a good recipe?

The recipe is versatile, easy to make, and tastes great. The ingredients are simple ones that you likely already have at home. The recipe is versatile, you can change out the meat for another type and add or remove other ingredients that do not sit well with your family.

Could I use a different meat?

You sure could. If you would prefer to have this as a chicken dish, go ahead and swap out the beef and use chicken. As stated, this recipe is versatile, so you can make additions or remove ingredients easily, without really affecting the outcome.

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Mexican casserole with tortillas Ingredients

• Ground beef 80/20
• Onion
• Taco seasoning mix
• Shredded cheddar cheese
• Refried beans
• Prepared Spanish rice
• Mexican blended corn-peppers ( produce fresh ready-made )
• Flour tortillas
• Chunky salsa
• Cilantro

How to Make Mexican casserole with tortillas

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

Step 2. Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray

Step 3. In a large skillet add the ground beef, onion, and taco seasonings, and cook until browned and crumbly.

Step 4. Turn the heat down to warm and have the ground beef mixture saute for 10 minutes.

Step 5. Lay 2 tortilla’s in the bottom of the baking dish.

Step 6. Spread 1/3 of the refried beans on it, 1/3 of the meat, and ⅓ of the cheddar cheese.

Step 7. Add the 2nd layer, 1 large tortilla, 1/2 the rice, 1/2 salsa, 1/2 the corn mixture, and cheddar cheese

Step 8. Add the 3rd layer, 1 large tortilla, ⅓ refried beans,⅓ meat, and cheddar cheese.

Step 9. Add the 4th layer, 1 large tortilla. beans, meat, corn, rice, salsa, and cheese.

Step 10. Top with 1 last large tortilla.

Step 11. Bake covered with foil for 40 minutes.

Step 12. Remove from the oven and uncover the casserole, top with cheddar cheese, and bake for 10 minutes.

Step 13. Garnish and enjoy!

Layered Mexican Tortilla Casserole

Prep Time: 7 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes minutes

Total Time: 57 minutes minutes

Servings: 5 people

A great Mexican Recipe that can be used to switch up Taco Tuesday or Mexican Monday at your house. This is the perfect recipe because it is simple, takes just a few ingredients and everyone loves this when they taste it. I absolutely love making this dish, it looks like Lasagna, but tastes different obviously. The dish looks like it would be a time-consuming dish to make, but the truth is that it is the opposite. It comes together quickly.

4.17 from 18 votes

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Ingredients 

• 1 ½ lbs. ground beef 80/20
• 1 diced onion
• 1 pack taco seasoning mix
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can refried beans
• 1 cup prepared spanish rice
• 1 cup mexican blended corn-peppers, produce fresh ready made
• 4-5 large flour tortillas
• 8 oz of thick chunky salsa
• Cilantro to garnish

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Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
• Spray a baking dish with non-stick cooking spray
• In a large skillet add the ground beef ,onion, and taco seasonings, cook until browned and crumbly.
• Turn the heat down to warm and have the ground beef mixture saute for 10 minutes.
• Lay 2 tortilla’s in the bottom of the baking dish.
• Spread 1/3 of the refried beans on it , 1/3 of the meat, and ⅓ of the cheddar cheese.
• Add the 2nd layer, 1 large tortilla, 1/2 the rice, 1/2 salsa, 1/2 the corn mixture, and cheddar cheese
• Add the 3rd layer, 1 large tortilla, ⅓ refried beans ,⅓ meat, and cheddar cheese.
• Add the 4th layer, 1 large tortilla . beans , meat, corn, rice, salsa and cheese.
• Top with 1 last large tortilla.
• Bake covered with foil for 40 minutes.
• Remove from the oven and uncover the casserole, top with cheddar cheese, and bake for 10 minutes.
• Garnish and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 746kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 49g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 138mg | Sodium: 1258mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g

Author: Laura

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How should I store the leftovers of this Layered Mexican Casserole?

First off, you do need to be sure that the food has cooled to room temperature. You can then place it in an airtight container or wrap it tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. You can then store it in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

Can this Mexican Layered Casserole be stored in the freezer?

This casserole is freezer friendly and can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Be sure the food is cooled completely and then placed in a freezer-safe container.

How should I reheat the Mexican Layered Casserole?

Simply preheat the oven to 350*, wrap the casserole tightly with aluminum foil, and place it in the oven until the dish is heated through. This should only take about 20 minutes.

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