Ralayne's Beef Enchilada Casserole

Transform your weeknight dinners with Ralayne's Beef Enchilada Casserole, a hearty and flavorful layered dish that combines zesty Mexican-inspired flavors with the comforting appeal of a casserole. Made with seasoned ground beef, tender corn tortillas, creamy refried beans, and a rich enchilada sauce, all topped with a generous layer of melted Mexican cheese blend, this one-pan meal is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Prep takes just 20 minutes, with the oven doing the rest of the work, making it perfect for busy evenings. Finished with optional sliced black olives and fresh cilantro for extra flair, this casserole is an irresistible choice for family dinners or potlucks. Whether you're craving cheesy tex-mex goodness or looking for a dish to impress, this recipe checks all the boxes for flavor, convenience, and crowd-pleasing appeal.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 15 ounces Enchilada sauce
• 1 packet Taco seasoning
• 8 pieces Corn tortillas
• 2 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 can (16 ounces) Refried beans
• 0.5 cup Sliced black olives (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 1 spray Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until it is 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 beef. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning and half of the enchilada sauce (about 7-8 ounces). Mix well and remove the skillet from heat.

Step 5

Spread a thin layer of the remaining enchilada sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Begin layering: place 4 corn tortillas evenly over the bottom of the dish. Spread half of the ground beef mixture on top of the tortillas. Then spread half the can of refried beans and sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded cheese over the layer.

Step 7

Add another layer of 4 tortillas, followed by the remaining beef mixture, the rest of the refried beans, and 1 cup of shredded cheese.

Step 8

Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the top layer. If using, sprinkle with sliced black olives for added flavor.

Step 9

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

Step 10

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

Step 11

Once cooked, remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2422.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4703.5

Total Fat 289.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 130.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 833.9mg	0%
Sodium 11920.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 298.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.1g
Protein 243.3g	0%

Vitamin D 130.7IU	0%
Calcium 3884.9mg	0%
Iron 26.8mg	0%
Potassium 3732.6mg	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: 54.6%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 25.0%