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Beef Enchilada Casserole

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My beef enchilada casserole layers saucy ground beef, zingy sauce, and melty cheese. It bakes to bubbly perfection in around 30 minutes and is not much easier than rolling individual enchiladas.

a two layer beef enchilada casserole with cheese topped with sour cream.

Casseroles are always a great dinner idea. I've previously shared fun recipes like stuffed pepper casserole, walking taco casserole, and cheeseburger tater tot casseroleWe also love this easy ground beef enchilada casserole. It is made with pantry staples and perfect for busy weeknights. It's so good I often make two at a time: one to eat and one to freeze!

Ingredients Notes and Shopping Tips

ingredients including ground beef, onion, enchilada sauce, refried beans, flour tortillas, and cheese.
  1. Ground Beef: I used 90% lean ground beef. It provides flavor without being overly greasy. If you use fattier meat be sure to drain before adding to the casserole. You could even use precooked chicken like I do in my chicken tortilla casserole.
  2. Beans: I love the creamy texture of refried beans however you could used canned pinto beans or black beans if desired.
  3. Enchilada Sauce: I used store bought, but homemade would work too.
  4. Flour tortillas: Flour tortillas soak up some of the same and turn super soft. Avoid corn tortillas here which tend to be tougher and drier.
  5. Green Chiles: You could leave these out for less heat or swap jalapenos if you like it spicier.
  6. Cheese: Shred your own cheese if possible. Pre-shredded varieties contain fillers which can interfere with smooth melting.

 

4 images showing how to layer tortillas, ground beef, beans, cheese, and enchilada sauce in a 9x9 pan.

  

beef enchilada bake on a white plate topped sour cream and cheese.

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beef enchilada casserole

Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole

Flavorful beef, melty cheese ,and zesty enchilada sauce come together in this mouth watering casserole. A family favorite that bakes up in just 30 minutes!
5 from 16 votes
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Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 495kcal

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Ingredients

  • 1 Pound Lean Ground Beef
  • 1 14 Ounce Can Refried Beans
  • 1 Onion Diced
  • 1 14 Ounce Can Red Enchilada Sauce
  • ½ Package Small Flour Tortillas (torn to fit into the pan)
  • 1 6 Ounce Can Green Chilis
  • 2 Cups Monterrey Jack Cheese Shredded
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a medium skillet cook onions and ground beef. Cook until onion is translucent and beef is no longer pink.
  • In an 8x8 baking dish, spread a small amount of enchilada sauce on the bottom.
  • Layer tortillas on the bottom.
  • Spread with beef mixture, refried beans, enchilada sauce, green chilis, and cheese. Repeat process 2-3 times.
  • Finish with tortillas, sauce, and cheese on the top layer.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition

Calories: 495kcal
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7 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    This is truly an incredible recipe! I love the flavors and how easy it is to put together. New favorite!

  2. 5 stars
    My husband and I love quick, easy meals. Your enchilada casserole hit the spot. So simple to put together, full of flavor and it gave us something to eat on for several days.

  3. 5 stars
    So delish! My family loved it and will be making again!!

  4. 5 stars
    This beef enchilada casserole is amazing!! Such a yummy recipe.

  5. 5 stars
    I love that this casserole has all the delicious flavors of my favorite enchiladas without all the effort. This was a huge hit with my family!

  6. 5 stars
    I’m still getting the hang of cooking, but this casserole was super doable. The layering was easy to follow, and the flavors came together way better than I expected. Definitely felt like a win in my kitchen.

  7. 5 stars
    Very yummy would make again.