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Beef Enchilada Casserole

Beef Enchilada Casserole

A delicious Beef Enchilada Casserole, perfect for a hearty meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 550 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 pounds ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2-3 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 3-4 cups red enchilada sauce
  • 12 pieces corn tortillas
  • 1 cup dry rice
  • 2 pieces poblano peppers, chopped
  • 0.25 cup chopped green onions and or cilantro
  • 1 cup black beans
  • 1.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese

For Serving

  • plain Greek yogurt
  • shredded lettuce/green onion/cilantro
  • cubed or sliced avocado

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and taco seasoning together until the beef is browned all over, about 10 minutes. Season with salt. Remove from the heat.
  • In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer 1 cup of enchilada sauce with 6 tortillas. Add the beef, then 1-2 cups more enchilada sauce, the dry rice, poblano peppers, green onions, and black beans. Pour over 1 ½ cups of water, season with salt, gently stir to mix, and arrange in an even layer. Lay over 6 corn tortillas. Add the final cup of enchilada sauce. Top with cheese. Cover and bake 30 minutes. Remove the lid and bake another 10 to 20 minutes. If the rice is hard, add ⅓ cup more water and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Serve the casserole topped as desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg
Keyword beef, Beef Enchilada Casserole, casserole, comfort food, enchilada, Mexican Food
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