This Easy Burrito Casserole is a simple and satisfying dish that combines all the flavors of a burrito into a convenient casserole format. It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or feeding a crowd.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
- 12 flour tortillas (6-inch)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- Optional: Toppings like sour cream, salsa, guacamole, chopped cilantro
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cook Beef and Vegetables: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
- Add Seasoning and Beans: Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Assemble the Casserole: Spread a thin layer of the meat mixture in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Layer Tortillas: Arrange 6 flour tortillas over the meat mixture, slightly overlapping if necessary.
- Add Cheese and Remaining Meat: Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the tortillas. Pour the remaining meat mixture over the cheese.
- Top with Tortillas and Cheese: Arrange the remaining 6 flour tortillas over the meat mixture. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the tortillas.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tortillas are heated through.
- Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Cut into squares and top with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or chopped cilantro.
Tips and Notes:
- Meat Variations: You can use ground turkey or chicken instead of ground beef.
- Vegetable Variations: You can add other vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini to the meat mixture.
- Spice it Up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the meat mixture for a spicier version.
- Cheese Variations: You can use other cheeses like Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or a blend of your choice.
- Tortilla Variations: You can use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the meat mixture ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to assemble the casserole.
- Storage: Store any leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.