Best 5 Cheesy Mexican Casserole Recipes

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Craving a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the richness of cheese and the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine? Look no further than the "cheesy Mexican casserole". This delectable casserole is a perfect blend of classic Mexican ingredients and a creamy, cheesy sauce, resulting in a tantalizing dish that will surely become a family favorite. So, gather your ingredients and prepare to embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate cheesy Mexican casserole.

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

CHEESY MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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Chicken, cheese, and spices. You can substitute Cheddar cheese for the Mexican-style cheese blend, if desired.

Provided by Texasgal60

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) container fat-free sour cream
1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chilies
½ cup low-fat milk
2 ½ cups cooked, shredded chicken breast meat
8 (6 inch) yellow corn tortillas, torn into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix, or more to taste
1 large tomato, chopped
1 ½ cups shredded Mexican-style cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Stir condensed soup, sour cream, green chilies, and milk together in a large bowl. Add chicken, tortilla pieces, and taco seasoning; stir. Mix tomato and 1 cup Mexican-style cheese blend into chicken mixture.
  • Spread chicken mixture out into the prepared baking dish and cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake casserole in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Discard aluminum foil. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top of the casserole and continue baking until cheese melts and casserole is bubbling, 5 to 10 minutes more. Let rest for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 60.2 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 689.9 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

SPICY MEXICAN CHEESY RICE CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Spicy Mexican Cheesy Rice Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups cooked rice
1/2 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese or 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
4 ounces green chilies, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
2 ounces red peppers, chopped
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons recaito (cilantro-based seasoning)
1/2 teaspoon cumin
chili powder, to taste
salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper (or more, to taste)
red pepper flakes, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In a medium bowl, combine cooked rice with cheese, chilies, and green onions.
  • Mix together.
  • In a small bowl, stir together sour cream, Recaito, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper.
  • Add to rice mixture and stir thoroughly.
  • Spray an oven-proof casserole dish with vegetable oil spray.
  • Spread rice mixture in casserole bake uncovered for approximately 30–40 minutes until cheese melts.
  • Top with additional cheese, if desired.

CHEESY CHICKEN MEXICAN DORITOS CASSEROLE!



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The family loved it!!!!

Provided by Daniel Allen

Categories     Casseroles

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 c shredded cooked chicken
2 c shredded cheese (or more if you are a cheese hound)
1 can(s) cream of chicken soup
1/2 c milk
1/2 c sour cream
2 can(s) ro-tel tomatoes (canned tomatoes with jalepenos-mild)
1/2 pkg taco seasoning (or more- to taste)
1 bag(s) doritos
fell free to top it off with lettuce ,tomatoes and onions

Steps:

  • 1. Pre-heat oven to 350-f degrees.
  • 2. In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients except doritos.
  • 3. In a greased 2 qt baking dish, put a layer of crushed Doritos (about 2 cups), then a layer of the chicken mixture. Repeat once more, ending with a layer of chicken mixture. Top with more shredded cheese, cover, and bake for 30-35 minutes, till bubbling hot.
  • 4. Then if you like, you can top it off with lettuce ,tomatoes and onions

EASY CHEESY MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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This goes together quickly and then bakes for about an hour. This recipe can be taylored to your own tastes quite simply. You can vary the flavors by using different chili powders, beans, cheese blends or Dorito flavors. It's easy to control the heat level by which Ro-tel you use. If you don't like it hot replace the jalapenos with mild green chilies.

Provided by Puppies777

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 fajita-size flour tortillas
1 (15 ounce) can refried beans
1 lb ground beef
1 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder or 1 teaspoon dried ancho chile powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (15 ounce) can Ro-Tel tomatoes
1 (4 ounce) can jalapeno peppers, diced
1 (8 ounce) package mexican cheese, shredded
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans or 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 cup Bisquick
1/2 cup milk
1 egg, beaten
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, diced
1 (1 ounce) bag nacho cheese flavor Doritos, crushed (about 10 chips)

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef and onions; add chili powder, cumin, tomatoes and jalapenos. Heat through.
  • Meanwhile line bottom and sides of a 13 x 9" pan with tortillas. Line bottom with refried beans.
  • Add ½ of ground beef mixture. Cover with ½ of the cheese. Top with beans. Add the rest of the ground beef mixture. Top with the rest of the cheese.
  • Mix Bisquick, milk and egg together; add chilies. Pour over casserole; top with crushed Doritos.
  • Bake in 350° oven for 50 - 60 minutes until top is browned and toothpick inserted in crust comes out dry. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 866.2, Fat 35.6, SaturatedFat 15.1, Cholesterol 135.4, Sodium 1900.3, Carbohydrate 93.5, Fiber 11.7, Sugar 8.6, Protein 43.4

CHEESY MEXICAN BUCKWHEAT CASSEROLE



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For those of you looking for a twist on your Mexican dishes and one that's healthier, give this a try. Buckwheat is a good source of vitamin b, zinc, and iron.

Provided by Chef Mean Green

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups cooked cream of buckwheat
1 1/2 cups of chopped onions
1/8 cup butter
1 cup sour cream
1 cup cottage cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded mexican cheese
8 ounces green chilies, chopped
16 ounces refried beans
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb shredded chicken, cooked and seasoned
2 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 tablespoon hot sauce
2 garlic cloves
1 cup of chopped green pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare cream of buckwheat using either milk, water, or broth.
  • Sauté onion, green pepper, garlic, butter and ground beef (or chicken) in pan along with a taco seasoning.
  • Combine buckwheat, sour cream, cottage cheese, refried beans, hot sauce, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  • In at least a 3 quart casserole dish, layer buckwheat mixture, meat and vegetable mixture, shredded cheese, and green chillies then repeat layers.
  • Bake uncovered at 375° for approximately 60 minutes or until bubbly and golden.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes before serving dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.1, Fat 29.5, SaturatedFat 16.2, Cholesterol 102, Sodium 1064.2, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 5, Protein 26.1

Tips:

  • Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor. Pepper Jack, cheddar, and queso fresco are all good choices.
  • If you don't have any cooked chicken, you can use a rotisserie chicken from the store. Just shred it and add it to the casserole.
  • Don't be afraid to add some heat to the casserole. A diced jalapeño or a dash of cayenne pepper can add a nice kick.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings. Salsa, sour cream, and guacamole are all great options.

Conclusion:

This cheesy Mexican casserole is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its flavorful combination of cheeses, tender chicken, and zesty spices, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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