Taco Casserole with Tortillas
Taco Casserole with Tortillas is a delightful fusion of taco night flavors and comforting casserole goodness. This easy-to-make dish features layers of crispy tortillas, seasoned ground meat, and gooey cheese, topped with fresh ingredients. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (for topping)
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
- Salsa (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onions and bell peppers until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground meat to the skillet; cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in taco seasoning and black beans; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Layer half of the tortillas in the baking dish, followed by half of the meat mixture and cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use freshly grated cheese instead of pre-shredded options. Feel free to customize by adding other veggies like zucchini or swapping ground turkey for beef.