Charlie Gibson's Enchilada Casserole

Dive into the comfort of "Charlie Gibson's Enchilada Casserole," a hearty, flavor-packed dish that brings the zesty allure of Mexican cuisine straight to your table. Layered with seasoned ground beef, melted Mexican blend cheese, tender corn tortillas, and a vibrant red enchilada sauce, this casserole is a symphony of flavors and textures. Elevated with black beans, sweet corn, and a perfect blend of chili powder and cumin, each bite offers a satisfying balance of spice and savoriness. Topped with fresh green onions and cilantro, it’s not just a meal—it’s a crowd-pleasing centerpiece perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or a cozy night in. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make dish is a one-pan wonder bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 19 ounces Red enchilada sauce
• 12 pieces Corn tortillas
• 3 cups Shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 15 ounces Black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Frozen corn, thawed
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 pieces Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, about 8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly coat the beef mixture with the seasonings.

Step 5

Add the black beans and thawed corn to the skillet and stir to combine. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 6

Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce (about 1/2 cup) on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 7

Place a layer of corn tortillas (4 pieces) over the sauce, overlapping slightly to cover the bottom.

Step 8

Spread half of the beef mixture over the tortillas, followed by 1 cup of shredded cheese. Drizzle with 1/3 of the remaining enchilada sauce.

Step 9

Repeat the layers: another layer of tortillas, the remaining beef mixture, another 1 cup of cheese, and another 1/3 of the enchilada sauce.

Step 10

Top with a final layer of tortillas, the remaining enchilada sauce, and the last cup of shredded cheese.

Step 11

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 12

Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 13

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before garnishing with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro.

Step 14

Serve warm and enjoy your hearty enchilada casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2699.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4404.0

Total Fat 206.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 621.1mg	0%
Sodium 9400.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 429.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 72.4g	0%
Total Sugars 41.7g
Protein 216.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2995.1mg	0%
Iron 33.9mg	0%
Potassium 4065.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 38.6%