Kevin's Famous Beef Enchilada Casserole

Dive into the irresistible layers of flavor with Kevin's Famous Beef Enchilada Casserole—a family-favorite comfort food that brings the bold taste of Tex-Mex to your table. This easy-to-make casserole features seasoned ground beef sautéed with onions and garlic, smothered in zesty red enchilada sauce, and spiced with cumin and paprika for a warm, smoky kick. Diced green chilies add a subtle heat, while layers of soft flour tortillas and melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses create a gooey, satisfying bite in every forkful. Ready in under an hour, this casserole is perfect for feeding a crowd and can be garnished with fresh cilantro, sour cream, or black olives for extra flair. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or craving a hearty dinner, this enchilada casserole pairs beautifully with classic sides like Mexican rice or refried beans for a complete, flavor-packed meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 15 ounces Red enchilada sauce
• 4 ounces Green chilies, diced
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 10 small Flour tortillas
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 cup Sliced black olives (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 7–8 minutes). Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked beef. Sauté until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the enchilada sauce, diced green chilies, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the mixture for 5 minutes to meld the flavors. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Spread a thin layer of the beef and enchilada sauce mixture over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Lay two tortillas flat on top.

Step 6

Spread a layer of the beef mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle a generous handful of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the top.

Step 7

Repeat the layering process (tortillas, beef mixture, cheese) until all ingredients are used, ending with a layer of cheese on top.

Step 8

Cover the casserole with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and continue baking for another 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro, sour cream, and sliced black olives, if desired.

Step 10

Slice into portions and serve warm. Enjoy Kevin's Famous Beef Enchilada Casserole with your favorite sides, like rice or beans!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1938.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3815.2

Total Fat 244.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 127.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 703.2mg	0%
Sodium 11783.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 28.1g
Protein 195.9g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 3213.1mg	0%
Iron 26.7mg	0%
Potassium 2040.3mg	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: 56.4%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 23.5%