Best 10 Cheesy Beef Enchilada Casserole Recipes

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Cheesy beef enchilada casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and flavorful dish to serve at a party, this casserole has got you covered. With its combination of juicy ground beef, savory enchilada sauce, and gooey melted cheese, it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So, if you're ready to experience the ultimate comfort food, let's dive into the world of cheesy beef enchilada casserole and discover the perfect recipe for your next culinary adventure.

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

EASY BEEFY CHEESY ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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Sunny takes enchiladas to new heights with this tall, layered pie- well-seasoned beef gets stacked with red sauce, corn tortillas and two kinds of cheese. Put the baking dish on a baking sheet in the oven to catch any cheese drips-this pie's a bubbly one.

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup minced onion
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
3/4 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped yellow bell pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 pounds ground beef
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 packet Spanish seasoning blend (recommended: Sazon)
2 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup beef broth
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
18 (5-inch) corn tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350degrees F.
  • For the sauce: In a saucepot over medium heat, add the oil, onions and a pinch of salt. Saute until the onions are tender and translucent. Add the tomato paste at this point and turn the heat up a bit, if needed, to cook the paste. Stir and cook until it deepens in color, and then add the cumin, thyme and garlic. Stir to blend and cook until fragrant. Then add the beef broth and crushed tomatoes. Raise the heat to bring the mixture to a boil, and then lower to a simmer and cover, simmering for 20 minutes more. (The sauce can be stored and frozen at this point.)
  • For the beef filling: Meanwhile, in a large pan with straight sides, add the olive oil over medium-high heat. When the oil begins to swirl, add the onions and green and yellow bell peppers. Add the garlic and cook until tender, about 4 minutes more. Add the ground beef, broth, cumin, onion powder, thyme, tomatoes and Spanish seasoning, allowing time between each addition to blend. Season with a pinch of salt and a grind or 2 of pepper (the Spanish seasoning adds salt content, so be careful to not over season). Stir and break down the beef into bits using a spoon or fork. Cook until the beef is cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes. (The beef can be stored and frozen at this point.)
  • To assemble the casserole: Toss the shredded cheeses together to blend and set aside. Add 1/2 cup of the red sauce to a 9 1/2-inch deep-dish baking dish and spread to coat the bottom evenly. Top with 6 tortillas, overlapping to cover the bottom of the casserole dish. Layer the dish by next adding half of the beef mixture and 1/2 cup of the shredded cheeses, spreading evenly in the casserole. Next, dunk 6 tortillas, one by one, in the warm red sauce and layer over the cheese and beef, overlapping where needed. Top with the remaining beef, another 1/2 cup of the shredded cheeses and another layer of tortillas dunked in the red sauce. Pour the rest of the sauce over the top, spread evenly and finish with the remaining shredded cheese. Place dish on a baking sheet and bake until the cheese is melted and the sauce bubbles, 25 to 30 minutes. If baking the dish from the freezer, add 15 to 20 minutes to the cook time, or until it's bubbly. Cover loosely with foil if it's browning too quickly. Serve hot.

CHEESY BEEF ENCHILADA CASSEROLE RECIPE



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Our Cheesy Enchilada Casserole takes all our favorite things about Mexican food and combines them into one pan! Perfect for a busy weeknight.

Provided by Elyse Ellis

Categories     Main Course

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound lean ground beef
1 large onion (diced)
2 1/2 cups salsa
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed ((15 ounce can))
1/4 cup Italian dressing
2 Tablespoons taco seasoning ((or 1 taco seasoning packet))
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
6 8-inch flour tortillas ((corn tortillas will work as well))
1 can corn, drained ((15 ounce can))
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 tomato (diced)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • Stir in the salsa, beans, dressing, sour cream, corn (optional), taco seasoning and cumin.
  • Spoon 1/3 of meat mixture on bottom of 2 quart baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/3 of the grated cheese.
  • Layer a couple of tortillas on top of meat. Continue with next layer using 1/3 of the meat mixture and and then 1/3 of the cheese. Top layers with tortillas.
  • Continue the next layer with remaining meat mixture and the rest of the cheese on top.
  • Cover with foil that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray and bake at 400° for 25 minutes or until hot & bubbly.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes before topping with lettuce, tomato and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465 kcal, Carbohydrate 48 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Sodium 1206 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 10 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY BEEF ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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This veggie-packed beef enchilada casserole is mild, so put out hot sauce and chopped jalapeños if you're feeding heat-seekers. The quick and easy dinner recipe makes extra cheese sauce--save it to make One-Pot Mac & Cheese with Cauliflower & Brussels Sprouts later in the week (see Associated Recipes) or serve it with steamed vegetables, such as broccoli, for an easy side dish.

Provided by Katie Webster

Categories     Healthy Parmesan Cheese Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 29

4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick)
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3 cups reduced-fat milk
2 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons avocado oil or canola oil
8 ounces 90%-lean ground beef
1 large onion, diced
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
8 corn tortillas, cut into quarters
1 large tomato, seeded and chopped
¾ cup red-wine vinegar
5 tablespoons water
1 ½ tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 large clove garlic
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground pepper
1 ¾ cups extra-virgin olive oil
1 (14 ounce) package coleslaw mix
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided

Steps:

  • To prepare cheese sauce: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add flour and whisk constantly until thickened and just starting to turn light brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly. Cook, stirring often, until the mixture is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 10 to 12 minutes. (Do not boil.) Remove from heat and, a handful at a time, whisk in Cheddar and Parmesan until smooth. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt. (Reserve 2 1/2 cups for another use.)
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Coat a 9-inch (or similar size) baking dish with cooking spray.
  • To prepare enchiladas: Heat avocado (or canola) oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef, onion and bell pepper and cook, crumbling the beef with a wooden spoon, until it is no longer pink and the vegetables are tender, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in corn, cumin, chili powder and garlic powder; cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn is heated through and the spices are fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  • Stir green chiles into 1 1/2 cups of the warm cheese sauce. Arrange one-third of the tortilla wedges in the prepared baking dish, overlapping as necessary to fit. Top with half the beef mixture and 1/2 cup of the cheese sauce. Repeat with half the remaining tortillas, the remaining beef mixture and 1/2 cup of the cheese sauce. Top with the remaining tortillas, the remaining 1/2 cup cheese sauce and tomato. Bake until bubbling, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare dressing: Combine vinegar, water, sugar, mustard, garlic, basil, oregano, salt and pepper in a blender. Puree until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add oil and puree until creamy. (Measure out 2/3 cup and transfer the remaining dressing to a large mason jar; refrigerate for up to 1 week.)
  • To prepare slaw & serve: Toss coleslaw mix with 1/4 cup cilantro and 2/3 cup dressing in a medium bowl. Top the casserole with the remaining 1/4 cup cilantro and cut into 4 servings. Serve with the slaw.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 726.8 calories, Carbohydrate 54.4 g, Cholesterol 77.1 mg, Fat 45.7 g, Fiber 10.3 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 632.7 mg, Sugar 14.4 g

CHEESY CHILADA CASSEROLE



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This easy Mexican casserole is so easy and versatile. Play around with different spices to satisfy your personal taste buds. If you like it spicy, add some jalapeno peppers to kick it up a notch! Serve with sour cream, guacamole, and additional picante sauce on the side.

Provided by kkennedy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground beef
1 (16 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup picante sauce
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
12 corn tortillas, divided
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
2 cups shredded lettuce
1 large tomato, diced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion and bell pepper in hot oil until softening, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and continue to saute until fragrant, about 1 minute more.
  • Break ground beef into small chunks and add to the pot; cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain grease from the pot and return to heat.
  • Stir pinto beans, tomato sauce, picante sauce, cumin, chili powder, cilantro, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper into the beef mixture; bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until the flavors blend, about 15 minutes.
  • Spoon enough of the beef mixture into the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking dish to cover. Arrange 6 tortillas atop the beef mixture. Sprinkle 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese in a layer to cover the tortillas. Arrange remaining 6 tortillas atop the cheese layer; top with remaining meat mixture. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the aluminum foil and sprinkle the remaining Monterey Jack cheese and Cheddar cheese over the top. Continue baking until the cheese is melted, 5 to 10 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before cutting; top with lettuce and tomato.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.2 calories, Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Cholesterol 78.7 mg, Fat 26.4 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 12.5 g, Sodium 1105.9 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

5 INGREDIENT GROUND BEEF ENCHILADA CASSEROLE RECIPE



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Our 5 Ingredient Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole is ready in no time with ingredients found in your own pantry. We love getting dinner on the table quick and this enchilada casserole recipe is perfect for a busy night.

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound lean ground beef
15 ounces enchilada sauce (1 can)
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
8 corn tortillas (6 inch)
15 ounces black beans (rinsed and drained)
½ cup tomatoes (chopped, optional topping)
½ avocado (chopped, optional topping)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 9x11" baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a large skillet, brown ground beef over medium-high heat. Cook until meat is no longer pink and fully cooked (about 6-9 minutes).
  • In a large bowl, toss together cooked ground beef, half of the enchilada sauce, and half of the cheese.
  • Place 4 of the tortillas on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, ripping them if necessary to cover the bottom of the pan.
  • Top the tortillas with half of the beef mixture, half of the beans and drizzle with 1/4 cup of enchilada sauce.
  • Repeat all layers one more time.
  • Top with remaining shredded cheese and cover pan with foil. Bake for 30 minutes or until casserole is cooked through.
  • If desired, top with tomatoes and avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 397 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 812 mg, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHEESY BEEF ENCHILADAS



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Warm up a cold winter night with a hearty serving of Tex-Mex food. These enchiladas have a flavorful combination of ingredients and a rich homemade sauce. This easy one-dish meal gives me more time to spend with guests. -Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 pound ground beef
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 flour tortillas (6 inches)
SAUCE:
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 medium green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Combine with cottage cheese, olives, parsley, garlic powder, salt and pepper. , Place about 1/3 cup filling on each tortilla; roll up. Place tortillas, seam side down, in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. , For sauce, saute the onion and green pepper in oil until tender. Add the tomato sauce, green chiles, chili powder, sugar and garlic powder. Pour over tortillas. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese; bake for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 698 calories, Fat 38g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 120mg cholesterol, Sodium 2061mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 45g protein.

CHEESE AND BEEF ENCHILADAS



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Beat taco night with enchilada night! These restaurant-style spicy enchiladas will surely please a crowd.

Provided by Sargento

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Sargento

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ pound lean ground sirloin or turkey
1 ½ cups diced red or green bell pepper
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning
8 (7 inch) flour or corn tortillas
2 cups SARGENTO® Fine Cut OR Traditional Cut Shredded 4 Cheese Mexican
1 ½ cups salsa or picante sauce
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup chopped tomato
½ cup light sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat large skillet over medium-high heat; add meat and bell pepper. Cook 5 minutes, stirring until meat crumbles and is no longer pink; drain. Add taco seasoning mix and 1/2 cup water. Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes or until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
  • Spoon 1/3 cup meat mixture down center of each tortilla; sprinkle with 2 tablespoons cheese. Roll up; place seam-side down in greased 13x9-inch baking pan. Spoon salsa over enchiladas.
  • Cover with foil; bake in preheated 375 degrees F oven 18 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 2 minutes more or until cheese is melted. Serve with lettuce, tomato, if desired, sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 709.1 calories, Carbohydrate 57.2 g, Cholesterol 109.7 mg, Fat 38.6 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 36.2 g, SaturatedFat 17.9 g, Sodium 2079.5 mg, Sugar 9.7 g

EASY CHEESY BEEF ENCHILADAS



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These enchiladas are so tasty, and can be done in a snap! So good that I actually have a guy that pays me money to make him some every month!! If only he knew how easy they were!!

Provided by Juju Bee

Categories     Beans

Time 35m

Yield 12 enchiladas

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet taco seasoning
12 large flour tortillas
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1 (11 ounce) can canned corn niblets
cheddar cheese or colby-monterey jack cheese
2 (10 ounce) cans red enchilada sauce
olive (optional)
salsa (optional)
cilantro (optional)
green onion (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook the ground beef in a skillet until brown.
  • Add the taco seasoning and water (according to package instructions) and cook until beef is well coated, and sauce is thickened.
  • Pour a bit of the enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9x13in pan and spread evenly.
  • Set up an assembly line: Tortillas, refried beans, taco meat, corn, any of the above optional ingredients, and lastly cheese.
  • Assemble enchiladas: Smear a line of refried beans from the top of the tortilla to the bottom, then top beans with the remaining assembly line items.
  • Fold in the sides of the tortilla to close the enchilada, then place in pan, side by side, until pan is full (pan should hold 6 enchiladas).
  • Top each enchilada with enchilada sauce, then cover with cheese, and optional ingredients, if desired.
  • Place assembled enciladas into the oven and heat through.
  • Repeat process to make the next batch.
  • enjoy!
  • :-P.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.9, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 25.7, Sodium 1651.6, Carbohydrate 74.7, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 6.7, Protein 20

CHEESY BEEF ENCHILADA RECIPE



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Easy beef enchilada recipe? Cheese enchilada recipe? It's both! Our easy Cheesy Beef Enchilada recipe is the perfect go-to weeknight entree.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 jar (16 oz.) TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa, divided
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese, divided
12 flour tortillas (6 inch)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Brown meat in large skillet; drain. Return meat to skillet. Stir in 1/2 cup each salsa and cheese.
  • Spread 1/2 cup of the remaining salsa onto bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Spoon meat mixture down centers of tortillas; roll up. Place, seam sides down, in baking dish; top with remaining salsa and cheese.
  • Bake 20 min. or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 1020 mg, Carbohydrate 35 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 26 g

CHEESY ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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Give a Mexican favorite a new look with chips standing in for tortillas, plus canned corn, prepared salsa, and tender chicken inside.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups cut-up cooked chicken
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1 can (19 oz) Old El Paso™ mild enchilada sauce
1 can (11 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
2 cups coarsely broken tortilla chips
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)
1 cup shredded Cheddar-Jack with jalapeño peppers cheese blend (4 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, mix chicken, sugar, salsa, enchilada sauce and corn.
  • Place tortilla chips in ungreased 8-inch square (2-quart) glass baking dish. Top with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with onions, tomato and cheese.
  • Bake 35 to 45 minutes or until hot and bubbly. If desired, arrange additional tortilla chips around edge of dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1490 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1/2 g

Tips:

  • To make the enchilada casserole ahead of time, assemble the casserole and cover it tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F and bake for 45-50 minutes, or until heated through.
  • For a vegetarian version of this casserole, omit the ground beef and add an extra 1/2 cup of black beans and 1/2 cup of corn.
  • To make the casserole spicier, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or cayenne pepper to the enchilada sauce.
  • If you don't have any sour cream, you can use plain Greek yogurt instead.
  • Serve the enchilada casserole with your favorite toppings, such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, guacamole, or pico de gallo.

Conclusion:

This cheesy beef enchilada casserole is a delicious and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover ground beef. With its combination of flavorful ingredients and simple preparation, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family. So next time you're looking for a quick and satisfying meal, give this cheesy beef enchilada casserole a try.

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