Karen's Enchilada Casserole

Dive into the hearty, flavor-packed delight of *Karen's Enchilada Casserole*. This easy-to-make recipe layers tender corn tortillas with a savory combination of seasoned ground beef, black beans, and a mildly spicy red enchilada sauce infused with cumin and chili powder. Topped generously with melted Mexican blend cheese, this casserole bakes to golden, bubbly perfection in just 30 minutes. Whether served with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro or enjoyed as-is, it’s a comforting crowd-pleaser perfect for family dinners or potlucks. With its simple prep and bold Tex-Mex flavors, this dish transforms classic enchiladas into a no-fuss, one-pan meal that’s as satisfying as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 20 oz red enchilada sauce
• 4 oz diced green chilies
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
• 12 pieces corn tortillas
• 3 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Use a wooden spoon to break the beef into crumbles as it cooks.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the skillet with the beef and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the red enchilada sauce, diced green chilies, cumin, chili powder, and black beans. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Step 5

Spread a small amount of the beef and sauce mixture (about 1/2 cup) evenly on the bottom of the greased casserole dish.

Step 6

Place a layer of 4 corn tortillas over the sauce, tearing them as needed to fit. Spread 1/3 of the remaining beef and sauce mixture over the tortillas, followed by 1 cup of shredded cheese.

Step 7

Repeat this layering process two more times: tortillas, beef and sauce mixture, then cheese. Finish with a generous sprinkling of cheese on top.

Step 8

Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to set. Serve warm, topped with sour cream and chopped cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2733.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4503.0

Total Fat 228.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 110.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 678.6mg	0%
Sodium 8589.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 407.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 67.9g	0%
Total Sugars 42.2g
Protein 215.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3133.0mg	0%
Iron 34.0mg	0%
Potassium 3839.7mg	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: 45.2%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 35.9%