Easy Burrito Casserole
A simple, cheesy, and flavorful burrito casserole. Perfect weeknight Tex-Mex comfort!
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 10 oz can red enchilada sauce
- 1 16 oz can refried beans
- 1 15 oz can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 4 oz can diced green chilies
- 8 large flour tortillas cut in half
- 2 cups shredded Fiesta blend cheese or cheddar/jack combo
- 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: salsa sour cream, extra chilies for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Filling
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, mixing well. Simmer for a couple of minutes.
- Add the enchilada sauce, refried beans, corn, and green chilies. Stir until smooth and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
Step 2: Assemble the Casserole
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Layer half the tortillas (cut in halves or quarters to cover the bottom).
- Spread half of the beef mixture over the tortillas.
- Sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese.
- Repeat with another layer of tortillas, meat mixture, and top with the remaining cheese.
Step 3: Bake & Serve
- Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and garnish with chopped green onions.
- Serve hot with salsa, sour cream, and extra green chilies on the side.