Best 2 Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole Recipes

Enchilada Casserole, a delightful fusion of Mexican and American cuisine, is a hearty and delectable dish that promises a burst of flavors. This casserole combines the traditional elements of enchiladas, such as corn tortillas, savory fillings, and a rich sauce, with the convenience of a casserole. It features layers of tender ground beef, flavorful enchilada sauce, melted cheese, and soft tortillas, all baked to perfection. This recipe offers variations to suit diverse dietary needs and preferences, including a vegetarian option with black beans and a keto-friendly version with almond flour tortillas. Whether you're craving a comforting family meal, a potluck dish, or a flavorful weeknight dinner, this Enchilada Casserole is sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

GROUND BEEF ENCHILADA CASSEROLE

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To serve a crowd double all ingredients and bake in a large casserole dish. To save time prepare the ground beef filling up to a day in advance just warm slightly when ready to use. see recipe#168653

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 teaspoons dried chili pepper flakes (optional)
1 tablespoon seasoning salt (or to taste or use white salt)
black pepper
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, diced
12 (6 inch) corn tortillas (cut into about 1-1/2-inch pieces)
1 (10 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 1/2 cups canned sliced black olives
1 1/4 cups red enchilada sauce (I use my own recipe for this)
1/2 cup sour cream
3 1/2 cups cheddar cheese (or use a Mexi-blend cheese)
2 firm tomatoes, coarsely chopped
shredded lettuce
diced tomato
chopped sweet onion

Steps:

Set oven to 400 degrees.
Grease an 11 x 7-inch casserole dish.
In a large skillet cook the ground beef with the green chiles, onions, garlic, bell pepper, dried chili flakes (if using) and chili powder; cook over medium heat until beef is no longer pink; drain fat completely (you can prepare this mixture up to a day in advance and refrigerate).
Season with seasoned salt and black pepper to taste then transfer to a large bowl.
Stir in the tortilla pieces with cream of mushroom soup, black olives, enchilada sauce, sour cream and 1-1/2 cups shredded cheese; mix to combine.
Transfer to prepared baking dish.
Cover and bake for about 30 minutes.
Uncover and sprinkle with about 2 cups (or more of shredded cheese then chopped tomatoes.
Return to oven and bake uncovered until casserole is bubbly and the cheese has melted (about 8-10 minutes).
Serve with toppings.

GROUND BEEF ENCHILADA CASSEROLE

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This recipe comes from my daughter, who is a wonderful cook. And that's my objective opinion!-Mildred Willet, Tillamook, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1 large egg, beaten
1 package (10 ounces) corn tortillas (6 inches), torn into pieces

Steps:

In a skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, enchilada sauce, olives and salt. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes. , Meanwhile, combine 1 cup cheddar cheese, cottage cheese and egg. Set aside. Spread one-third of the meat mixture into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover with half of the tortillas; spread with half of the cheese mixture. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients, ending with the meat mixture. , Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 18g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 918mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Tips:

To save time, you can use pre-cooked ground beef or shredded chicken.
If you don't have enchilada sauce, you can use a can of tomato soup mixed with a tablespoon of chili powder and a teaspoon of cumin.
To make the casserole even cheesier, add a layer of shredded cheddar cheese between the tortillas and the beef mixture.
If you want a crispy casserole, top it with a layer of crushed tortilla chips before baking.
Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.

Conclusion:

This ground beef enchilada casserole is an easy and delicious meal that the whole family will love. It's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. With its flavorful beef filling, cheesy tortillas, and tangy enchilada sauce, this casserole is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this ground beef enchilada casserole a try.

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