Best 10 Overnight Mexican Tortilla Lasagna Recipes

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**Indulge in a Culinary Symphony: Explore the Delights of Overnight Mexican Tortilla Lasagna and Its Companion Recipes**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with the Overnight Mexican Tortilla Lasagna, a dish that masterfully blends the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with the comforting indulgence of classic lasagna. This innovative recipe transforms traditional lasagna sheets into tender tortillas, creating a layered masterpiece that is both visually stunning and bursting with authentic Mexican flavors. Discover the harmonious fusion of zesty salsa, savory ground beef, and a symphony of Mexican spices, all enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese. As you delve deeper into this article, you'll uncover a treasure trove of complementary recipes that enhance your Mexican lasagna experience. From the tangy Pico de Gallo to the creamy Guacamole, each recipe adds a distinct layer of flavor and texture, elevating your culinary creation to new heights. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure that celebrates the vibrant spirit of Mexican cuisine.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FAVORITE MEXICAN LASAGNA



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Tortillas replace lasagna noodles in this beefy casserole with a south-of-the-border twist. With salsa, enchilada sauce, chilies, cheese and refried beans, it's a fiesta of flavors. -Tina Newhauser, Peterborough, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/4 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups salsa
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 envelope taco seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 flour tortillas (10 inches)
3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
2 cups crushed tortilla chips
Sliced ripe olives, guacamole, chopped tomatoes and sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in the salsa, beans, enchilada sauce, chilies, taco seasoning and pepper; heat through. , Spread 1 cup meat mixture in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with two tortillas, a third of the remaining meat mixture and 1 cup cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining tortillas and meat mixture., Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese and top with tortilla chips. , Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with olives, guacamole, tomatoes and sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 1240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

MEXICAN CHICKEN TORTILLA LASAGNA



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Lasagna goes south of the border in this Mexican lasagna fusion which uses corn tortillas.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, diced
1 pound ground chicken
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (such as RO*TEL®), halfway drained
½ (1.25 ounce) package reduced-sodium taco seasoning mix
1 (10 ounce) can mild enchilada sauce, divided
5 ounces crumbled queso fresco, divided
¼ cup Mexican crema
1 tablespoon Mexican crema
1 egg
6 each corn tortillas
3 ounces grated Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add ground chicken, stirring and breaking into crumbles until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Pour diced tomatoes with chiles and their liquid into the skillet and add taco seasoning. Stir to incorporate.
  • Combine 8 ounces enchilada sauce, 4 ounces queso fresco, Mexican crema, and egg in a bowl.
  • Pour remaining enchilada sauce into the bottom of an 8x6-inch glass casserole dish. Trim tortillas to have a straight edge if desired. Lay two tortillas in the enchilada sauce in the dish. Place some chicken mixture on top and ladle some enchilada sauce mixture over. Repeat layers. Top with remaining queso fresco and Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake, covered, in the preheated oven for 35 minutes. Uncover and bake for 10 minutes more. Let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Carbohydrate 19.4 g, Cholesterol 114.3 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 27.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 698.7 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

MEXICAN TORTILLA LASAGNA



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I came up with this by using different recipes for similar recipes. It is a nice dinner. Fast, easy, cheap and healthy! I ran this through recipe builder on Weight Watchers this is 3 points per serving.

Provided by PaigeParkerMomma

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 40m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 lb lean ground beef (I buy regular ground beef cook it and drain and rinse it very well several times and freez in 1/2 lb)
16 ounces fat-free refried beans
16 ounces tomato sauce
1 cup water
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
12 corn tortillas
2 ounces monterey jack pepper cheese
4 ounces 2% cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Mix ground beef (cook first if not previously cooked), fat free refried beans, tomato sauce, 1 cup water, 1 teaspoons cumin, 1 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 Tbl. chili powder, 1 teaspoons onion powder, & 1/4 teaspoons ground red pepper.
  • Simmer until beans have "melted" stir in the pepper jack cheese.
  • Cut corn tortillas into quarters.
  • Spray bottom of 9X13 baking dish with PAM.
  • Layer 1/3 of tortillas on bottom.
  • Spoon 1/3 of meat, bean, & tomato sauce mixture. Repeat.
  • Sprinkle reduced fat cheddar on top of last layer.
  • Bake covered at 400* for 30 minutes.

MAKE-AHEAD MEXICAN LASAGNA



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All your favorite south-of-the-border flavors in one easy layered lasagna that you can make ahead and freeze!!

Provided by Make-Ahead Meal Mom

Categories     Freezer Meal Recipes

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 tablespoon dry minced onion
1 teaspoon salt
1 (14.5 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (14.5 oz) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (14 oz) can refried beans
1 (16 oz) jar salsa
1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
6 flour tortillas (8 inch soft taco size)
4 cups Fiesta blend shredded cheese (or Colby Jack or Cheddar Jack)

Steps:

  • In medium skillet, brown ground beef together with salt and dry minced onions over medium-high heat until beef is no longer pink.
  • Drain fat. Sprinkle taco seasoning over meat and add 1/2 cup water. Simmer until sauce thickens.
  • Turn off heat. Add in black beans, corn, refried beans and salsa, and mix to combine. Set aside.
  • Prepare a 9x13 aluminum pan or baking dish (or half size steam table tray, aluminum cake pan or roasting dish, etc.) by spraying liberally with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Pour in half of the tomato sauce and spread it over the bottom of the pan.
  • Layer two tortillas on top of the sauce, covering as much of the pan as you can.
  • Add half of your meat mixture and gently spread over the tortilla layer.
  • Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese over the meat layer.
  • Repeat one more layer of tortillas, meat mixture and shredded cheese (1 cup).
  • Place your remaining two tortillas and then pour in the remaining tomato sauce and carefully spread it over the tortillas.
  • Top with the last 2 cups of shredded cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 487 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 78 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 25 grams fat, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 28 grams protein, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 1281 milligrams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 1 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams unsaturated fat

OVERNIGHT MEXICAN TORTILLA LASAGNA



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There is ground beef listed in the ingredients, but it's just as good without the meat. It's also easily doubled if you want to take it to a pot luck. Preparation time does NOT include overnight refrigeration. Recipe is from Betty Crocker.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories     Beans

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 lb extra lean ground beef
1 cup chopped Italian plum tomato (3 medium)
1 cup zucchini, julienne-cut (2x1/4x1/4-inch)
1/2 cup finely chopped green onion
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained, rinsed
1 (10 ounce) can old el paso enchilada sauce
1 (8 ounce) container nonfat sour cream
1 teaspoon old el paso less sodium taco seasoning mix (from 1 oz. pkg.)
8 (6 inch) corn tortillas, halved
6 ounces shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Brown ground beef in medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat for 5 to 7 minutes or until thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain.
  • In medium bowl, combine tomatoes, zucchini, onions and beans; mix well. Stir in cooked ground beef. Reserve 1/3 cup enchilada sauce; set aside. In another medium bowl, combine remaining enchilada sauce, sour cream and taco seasoning mix.
  • Spoon 2 tablespoons enchilada sauce mixture in bottom of sprayed baking dish. Arrange 8 tortilla halves over sauce, overlapping as necessary. Spoon half of vegetable-bean mixture over tortillas. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup of the cheese. Spoon half of remaining sauce mixture over cheese. Repeat layers, reserving 1/2 cup cheese for top. Top with reserved 1/3 cup enchilada sauce. Cover with foil; refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 375°F Bake casserole for 30 to 35 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Uncover; sprinkle with reserved 1/2 cup cheese. Bake, uncovered, an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with cilantro.

TORTILLA LASAGNA



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We enjoyed this simple dish, goes great with salsa and sour cream with a tossed salad Recipe source: Prevention magazine (March 2011)

Provided by ellie_

Categories     Cheese

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 green pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon cumin, ground
1 1/2 cups tomatoes, crushed
1 cup water
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, drained
1 (8 ounce) package corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Spray baking sheet with Pam.
  • Heat oil in skillet over medium heat and add onion, garlic and green pepper and cook stirring until softened (5 minutes). Stir in cumin and cook another minute.
  • Stir in tomatoes, water and chilies and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer, stirring occasionally until thickened (15 minutes). (I also thought it would be great to add 1 can of chopped black olives).
  • Brush 1 side of each tortilla with oil and cut into 1 inch strips -- place on baking sheet and bake until crisp (10 minutes). Set aside.
  • Reduce oven temp to 350-degrees F.
  • Layer half of the tortilla strips in baking dish and top with half of the sauce and half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
  • Bake until cheese is melted and casserole is bubbly -- 20-30 minutes.
  • Serve with sour cream, salsa and chopped jalapenos, if desired.

MEXICAN LASAGNA



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My whole family loves this beefy lasagna flavored with taco seasoning. Even my picky five-year-old will eat it. Serve with shredded lettuce, fresh sliced tomatoes, olives and sour cream.

Provided by Alyce Voorhees

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (14 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes with juice
10 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 cup prepared salsa
½ cup shredded Colby cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, and stir in the taco seasoning and tomatoes. Line a 9x13-inch baking dish with half the tortillas. Spoon the beef mixture into the dish, then top with the remaining tortillas. Spread salsa over the tortillas and sprinkle with the cheese.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 to 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 78.8 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 898.8 mg, Sugar 5 g

MEXICAN TORTILLA LASAGNA



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This recipe substitutes fried flour tortillas for noodles. My husband always requests this one since he loves the south of the border flavors. I have made this lots of times and is always a winner in our house. This comes form an Old El Paso brand cookbook and ingredients are easy to find. Deee-licious!

Provided by Judith Fraser

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 (10 ounce) can tomatoes and green chilies
1 (10 ounce) can mild enchilada sauce
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 dash pepper
1/3 cup cooking oil
8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
1 cup shredded American cheese
1 cup cream-style cottage cheese
1 slightly beaten egg

Steps:

  • In skillet, cook ground beef, celery, and onion until meat is brown and vegetables are tender; drain.
  • Stir in tomatoes and green chilies, enchilada sauce, olives, salt and pepper.
  • Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Heat oil in another skillet.
  • Cut 1/4 of the tortillas in quarters.
  • Cook remaining tortillas and the quarters in hot oil till crisp and brown, about 20-30 seconds per side; drain on paper towel.
  • Set aside quartered tortillas, and break up remaining six.
  • Combine cheese and egg.
  • Spread one-third of the meat mixture in bottom of 12-inch baking dish.
  • Top with half the cheese mixture, then half the broken tortillas.
  • Repeat layers, ending with meat mixture.
  • Top with quartered tortillas.
  • Bake, uncovered, in 350°F oven for 30 minutes.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 705.4, Fat 38.6, SaturatedFat 10, Cholesterol 106, Sodium 1922.6, Carbohydrate 56.5, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 7.5, Protein 31.9

LAZY-DAY OVERNIGHT LASAGNA



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This is the lasagna recipe that I have used for years. I like the fact that you don't have to cook the noodles first. Found this in one of those cookbooks that you find at the check out stand. My recipe is getting tattered and worn so I thought I would post it here for safe keeping. Cooking time does not include setting overnight. I've posted the recipe to be gluten free, but you could easily use regular noodles in place of the brown rice lasagna.

Provided by LARavenscroft

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean ground beef (or mild Italian sausage)
1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 cup water
15 ounces ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 egg
8 ounces lasagna noodles, brown rice, uncooked
1 (16 ounce) package mozzarella cheese, sliced
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef in a large skillet; drain well.
  • Add spaghetti sauce and water and blend well; simmer 5 minutes.
  • In a medium bowl, combine ricotta, chives, oregano and egg and mix well.
  • In bottom of ungreased 13x9 baking dish or lasagna pan, spread 1 1/2 cups of meat sauce.
  • Top with half of the noodles, half of the ricotta cheese mixture and half of the mozzarella.
  • Repeat with remaining noodles, ricotta cheese mixture and mozzarella.
  • Top with remaining meat sauce.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Uncover baking dish and bake for 50-60 minutes or until noodles are tender and casserole is bubbly.
  • Cover: let stand for 15 minutes before serving.

LAZY-DAY OVERNIGHT LASAGNA



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No boiling required in this easy make-ahead recipe. Just let the uncooked noodles absorb the liquid in the fridge overnight, then pop in the oven!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 13h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb mild bulk Italian pork sausage or ground beef
1 jar (26 to 28 oz) tomato pasta sauce
1 cup water
1 container (15 oz) ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1 egg
8 oz uncooked lasagna noodles
1 package (16 oz) sliced mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In 12-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink. Drain well. Stir in pasta sauce and water. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes.
  • In medium bowl, mix ricotta cheese, chives, oregano and egg.
  • In ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish or lasagna pan, spread 1 1/2 cups of the meat sauce. Top with half each of the uncooked noodles, ricotta cheese mixture and mozzarella cheese. Repeat with 1 1/2 cups meat sauce and remaining noodles, ricotta cheese mixture and mozzarella cheese. Top with remaining meat sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover; refrigerate 12 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Uncover baking dish; bake 50 to 60 minutes or until noodles are tender and casserole is bubbly. Cover; let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 700 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of tortillas to add flavor and texture to your lasagna. Corn tortillas, flour tortillas, and whole wheat tortillas all work well.
  • Be sure to press the tortillas flat before layering them in the lasagna. This will help to prevent them from breaking apart.
  • Use a flavorful sauce for your lasagna. A good option is a homemade tomato sauce or a store-bought salsa.
  • Add plenty of cheese to your lasagna. A combination of mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan is a classic choice.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different fillings for your lasagna. Some popular options include ground beef, chicken, vegetables, and beans.
  • If you're short on time, you can make this lasagna ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight. Just be sure to bake it before serving.

Conclusion:

Overnight Mexican Tortilla Lasagna is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. With its layers of tortillas, cheese, sauce, and meat, this lasagna is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty dinner idea, give this recipe a try.

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