Best 6 Layered Mexican Casserole Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Mexican cuisine with our delectable Layered Mexican Casserole. This tantalizing dish is a symphony of bold flavors, textures, and colors, promising a feast for your senses. Picture layers of tender chicken, savory ground beef, and aromatic rice, enveloped in a rich and flavorful sauce. Topped with a generous layer of melted cheese, this casserole exudes an irresistible golden-brown crust that beckons you to take a bite. But wait, there's more! This article presents a diverse collection of Mexican casserole recipes, each with its own unique twist. From the classic Enchilada Casserole, brimming with the vibrant flavors of Mexico, to the hearty and comforting Chicken Tortilla Casserole, you'll find a recipe to suit every palate. Dive into the cheesy goodness of the Taco Casserole, where seasoned ground beef, crisp tortilla chips, and gooey cheese unite in perfect harmony. And for a vegetarian delight, try the Black Bean and Corn Casserole, a medley of colorful vegetables, black beans, and zesty spices. Prepare to be captivated by the authentic taste of Mexico, brought to life in each of these tantalizing casseroles.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN LAYERED CASSEROLE



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Great Mexican-style layered casserole. My brother is one of the pickiest eaters I have ever seen, and he loved it. Serve with salsa or sour cream.

Provided by Caleb J. Bowey

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

nonstick cooking spray
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (14 ounce) can green enchilada sauce
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles
1 (12 ounce) package white corn tortillas
1 cup sour cream
1 cup crumbled corn chips
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 tomato, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Coat a 9x13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray.
  • Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Saute beef until no longer pink in the center, 5 to 10 minutes. Add onion and cook until transparent, about 2 minutes more. Add black beans, enchilada sauce, and green chiles. Simmer until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.
  • Cover the bottom of the prepared pan with a third the beef mixture. Place several tortillas over the meat to cover. Spread half the sour cream. Add another third the meat mixture, cover with tortillas, and spread remaining sour cream on top. Cover with remaining meat mixture.
  • Top casserole with crushed corn chips and Cheddar cheese, in that order. Sprinkle olives and tomatoes on top of the Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 546 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 69.1 mg, Fat 33.8 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 778.9 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

MEXICAN LAYERED BEEF AND BEAN CASSEROLE



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This is delicious creamy ground beef, bean and corn mixture layered between crushed tortilla chips and cheddar cheese then topped off with more cheese, tomatoes and green onions, if you like extreme spice then add in some cayenne pepper and use spicy salsa as well as the jalapeno peppers :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Meat

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb ground beef
1 -2 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
1 medium onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 -2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)
1 -2 tablespoon taco seasoning mix (or to taste, can use chili powder in place of taco seasoning mix I use Kittencal's Taco Seasoning Mix)
salt and black pepper
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
2 (8 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
2 cups salsa (medium or mild)
6 cups crushed plain tortilla chips
3 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (can use more or less cheese if desired) or 3 cups cheddar cheese (can use more or less cheese if desired)
2 plum tomatoes, finely chopped
3 -4 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
  • In a skillet over medium heat brown the ground beef with garlic, onion, green bell pepper and jalapenos (if using) drain fat then add in taco seasoning, salt and black pepper to taste; heat stirring for 1-2 minutes; transfer the mixture into a large mixing bowl.
  • Add in black beans, corn, sour cream and salsa; mix until well combined.
  • Spoon 1/3 of the ground beef mixture or enough to cover the bottom of the dish.
  • Arrange HALF (3 cups) of the crushed tortillas on top of the ground beef mixture, then sprinkle about 1 cup shredded cheese.
  • Spoon another 1/3 of meat mixture on top of the cheese.
  • Cover with remaining half (3 cups) of crushed chips then sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheese.
  • Spread the final layer of meat mixture on top then sprinkle with 1 cup cheese.
  • Top the casserole with green onions and then chopped tomatoes.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for about 40 minutes.
  • Let sit for 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving.

VEGGIE MEXICAN LAYERED CASSEROLE



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I meant to make burritos one night but I was in a hurry, so I layered everything together in a casserole dish to save time. The result was this Mexican layered casserole and a yummy go-to dish that is easily customizable for things I usually have on hand. You could add chicken or beef if you'd like, but we eat it as-is! Top with chopped cilantro and chopped green onions.

Provided by Jamie Justice Yost

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 Roma tomatoes, chopped
½ cup roasted pasilla chile sauce (such as Herdez®)
½ cup frozen corn
½ yellow bell pepper, chopped
½ green bell pepper, chopped
½ white onion, chopped
½ red onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1 (15.5 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup sour cream
5 (7 inch) whole wheat tortillas, or as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add Roma tomatoes, chile sauce, corn, yellow bell pepper, green bell pepper, white onion, red onion, jalapeno pepper, and cumin. Cook and stir until tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add refried beans and pinto beans; stir to combine. Remove bean mixture from heat.
  • Mix 1 cup Cheddar cheese, cottage cheese, and sour cream together in a bowl.
  • Cover the bottom of a 9x13-inch casserole dish with 1/3 of the bean mixture. Top with a third of the cheese mixture and a thin layer of tortillas. Repeat with another third of the beans, another third of the cheese mixture, and tortillas. Repeat again with remaining beans, remaining cheese mixture, and a final layer of tortillas. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese on top. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and bake until bubbling, 8 to 10 minutes more.
  • Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.7 calories, Carbohydrate 43.2 g, Cholesterol 43.6 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 18.8 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 948.8 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

MEXICAN LAYERED CASSEROLE VEGAN(3.5 POINTS)



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Make and share this Mexican Layered Casserole Vegan(3.5 Points) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by punkyluv

Categories     Rice

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup water
1 small onion (chopped )
1 medium green bell pepper (chopped)
1 garlic clove (minced )
15 ounces kidney beans, canned (drained and rinsed)
15 ounces black beans, canned (drained and rinsed )
1 1/2 cups frozen corn kernels
1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice
1 1/2 cups tomato sauce
4 ounces chopped green chilies
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
4 cups enchilada sauce
12 corn tortillas (soft)
green onion (finely chopped)

Steps:

  • Place the water in a large pan with the onion, green pepper, and garlic. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the beans, corn, rice, tomato sauce, chilies, chili powder, and cumin. Stir to mix, then cook over low heat until warmed through, about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350º. Pour about 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce into the bottom of a 13 x 9-inch casserole dish and spread evenly over the bottom. Pour the rest of the enchilada sauce into a bowl. Dip 4 of the tortillas, one at a time, into the enchilada sauce, then layer them in the bottom of the casserole dish.
  • Spread half of the bean mixture over the tortillas. Repeat with the next 4 tortillas and the remaining mixture. Finish with the last 4 tortillas. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and spread evenly. Sprinkle with the chopped green onion.
  • Cover and bake for 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving. Serve with salsa to spoon over the top, if desired.
  • Serving Size : 8.

LAYERED MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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Categories     Beef     Bake     Casserole/Gratin

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 oz. ground beef
12 oz. can whole kernel corn, drained
12 oz. jar chunky salsa
2 1/4 oz. can olives, drained, sliced, pitted
1 cup cottage cheese
8 oz. sour cream
5 cups tortilla chips
8 oz. shredded cheese
1/2 cup chopped tomato

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef, drain. Add corn and salsa, cook on med til heated through. Stir in all but 2 T. olives. In separate bowl, mix cottage cheese and sour cream. In a 2 qt. casserole, layer 2 cups chips, 1/2 of meat mixture, 3/4 cup shredded cheese, and 1/2 of sour cream mixture. Repeat. Cover. Bake at 350* for 35 minutes. Place more tortilla chips around the edges (going 1/2 way down between casserole and food).Top with remaining cheese, olives and the tomatoes. Keep uncovered and bake for about 10 min. more or til cheese melts. ( I usually add chopped onion to the ground beef and don't always add olives or fresh tomatoes, esp when they aren't in season.)

LAYERED MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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When my children were young, we had a mexican fiesta night. I came up with this casserole and the whole family absolutely loved it. It has also been a hit at many church and other potluck dinners. It can easily be tweeked to suit your family's tastes. You can also increase the amount of cheese, if you like. Hope y'all enjoy!

Provided by Elaine Bovender

Categories     Casseroles

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 - 1 1/2 lb ground beef
1 pkg taco seasoning
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
2 can(s) (15 oz.) cans refried beans
2 pkg spanish rice mix prepared according to package directions
2 1/2 - 3 c shredded sharp cheddar cheese, or any other hard cheese that you prefer.
tortilla chips
TIP: THE SPANISH RICE MIX CALLS FOR STEWED TOMATOES, BUT I USE ROTEL INSTEAD.

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat 9 X 13 casserole dish with cooking spray. Brown ground beef and add taco seasoning, cumin, and chili powder and cook according to package directions. You may also add any other spices that you prefer. Prepare spanish rice according to package directions. Set aside.
  • 2. In prepared casserole dish, layer the seasoned ground beef, refried beans, half of the cheese, spanish rice and remaining cheese. Crush tortilla chips and sprinkle on top. Line casserole edges with unbroken tortilla chips for decoration.
  • 3. Bake at 350 for approximately 25 to 30 min, or until heated through. Let stand approximately 5 minutes before serving. Serve with sour cream, shredded lettuce and diced fresh tomatoes. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible. This will give your casserole the best flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. There are many different variations of this recipe, so feel free to add or omit ingredients to suit your own taste.
  • Make sure to cook the casserole until it is bubbly and hot in the center. This will ensure that it is cooked through.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings. Some popular options include sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

This layered Mexican casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover ingredients. With its combination of flavorful ingredients and customizable toppings, this casserole is sure to please everyone at your table.

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