Layered Fiesta Casserole

Get ready to spice up dinnertime with this vibrant and hearty Layered Fiesta Casserole! Packed with bold flavors from seasoned ground beef or turkey, zesty crushed tomatoes, black beans, and sweet corn, this Tex-Mex-inspired dish is layered to perfection with soft tortillas and a gooey Mexican cheese blend. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy-to-make casserole includes simple prep and bakes to melty, bubbly goodness in under an hour. Garnish with sour cream, fresh cilantro, and sliced green onions for a colorful, crowd-pleasing meal the whole family will love. Ideal for comfort food lovers and perfect as a make-ahead dish, this layered casserole turns every bite into a fiesta!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup corn kernels, drained (canned or frozen)
• 8 small flour or corn tortillas
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)
• 0.25 cup sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground beef or turkey to the skillet. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if needed.

Step 4

Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 5

Add the crushed tomatoes, black beans, and corn to the skillet. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Place a layer of tortillas on the bottom of the dish, tearing them as necessary to cover the surface.

Step 7

Spread a third of the meat and bean mixture over the tortillas, followed by a generous handful of shredded cheese. Repeat the layers (tortillas, meat mixture, cheese) two more times, finishing with a layer of cheese on top.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sour cream, green onions, and cilantro, if desired.

Step 11

Slice and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2691.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5195.6

Total Fat 306.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 140.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 893.9mg	0%
Sodium 8848.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 369.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.5g	0%
Total Sugars 43.1g
Protein 261.1g	0%

Vitamin D 102.6IU	0%
Calcium 4326.5mg	0%
Iron 39.0mg	0%
Potassium 4774.7mg	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: 52.2%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 28.0%