Here’s a bold, cheesy, and satisfying Mexican Casserole recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd. It layers seasoned meat, beans, corn, tortillas (or chips), and plenty of cheese — all baked to bubbly, golden perfection.
🇲🇽 Easy Mexican Casserole
🍽 Serves: 6–8
⏱ Total Time: 45 minutes
(Prep: 15 min | Cook: 30 min)
🧂 Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey or chicken)
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1 small onion, chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
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1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
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1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
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1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (or regular diced tomatoes)
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1/2 cup salsa (optional for extra kick)
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8 small corn tortillas (or 3 cups crushed tortilla chips)
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2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
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1/2 cup sour cream (optional layer or topping)
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Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
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Sliced olives, jalapeños, or green onions (optional toppings)
🔥 Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Cook the meat:
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and chopped onion until browned.
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Drain excess fat. Add garlic, taco seasoning, and 2–3 tbsp of water. Stir to coat and simmer 2 minutes.
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Add mix-ins:
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Stir in black beans, corn, Rotel tomatoes, and salsa (if using). Heat through.
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Assemble the casserole:
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Layer 4 tortillas (or half the chips) on the bottom of the dish.
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Spread half the meat mixture over the tortillas.
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Sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese.
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Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, meat, and cheese.
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Bake:
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Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
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Remove foil and bake another 5–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve:
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Let cool slightly. Top with sour cream, cilantro, and your favorite toppings.
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📝 Variations:
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Vegetarian: Skip the meat and add more beans or cooked lentils.
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Spicy: Add diced jalapeños or use pepper jack cheese.
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Creamy: Mix in sour cream or cream cheese to the meat mixture before baking.
