Layered Enchilada Dinner

Dive into the irresistible layers of this mouthwatering Layered Enchilada Dinner, a Tex-Mex favorite perfect for weeknight meals or casual gatherings. Featuring seasoned ground beef, tender corn tortillas, zesty enchilada sauce, and a satisfying medley of black beans and sweet corn, this dish is packed with bold flavors and hearty textures. With gooey layers of melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, every bite is a cheesy delight. Ready in under an hour and baked to bubbly perfection, it’s an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dinner that can be garnished with fresh cilantro and served with a dollop of sour cream for a finishing touch. Ideal for feeding a hungry family, this layered casserole-style dish takes classic enchiladas to the next level!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 15 ounces enchilada sauce
• 4 ounces diced green chilies
• 1 pack taco seasoning
• 8 pieces corn tortillas
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion to the cooked beef and sauté for 2-3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning, diced green chilies, and half of the enchilada sauce. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Layer 4 corn tortillas on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, overlapping slightly to cover the bottom completely.

Step 6

Spread half of the beef mixture evenly over the tortillas. Sprinkle evenly with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup of Monterey Jack cheese.

Step 7

Add a layer of black beans and a layer of corn, spreading them out evenly over the beef and cheese.

Step 8

Repeat the layering process: add another 4 corn tortillas, the remaining beef mixture, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, and 1/2 cup of Monterey Jack cheese.

Step 9

Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the top layer. Spread it out with a spoon to ensure full coverage.

Step 10

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

Step 11

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

Step 12

Let the enchilada dinner cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, and serve with sour cream on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2614.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4216.3

Total Fat 224.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 115.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g
Cholesterol 723.3mg	0%
Sodium 10437.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 345.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 64.4g	0%
Total Sugars 38.1g
Protein 216.6g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 3052.9mg	0%
Iron 25.2mg	0%
Potassium 4479.5mg	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: 47.3%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 32.4%