Best 14 Easy Mexican Casserole Recipes

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If a quick and easy meal is what you’re looking for, a Mexican casserole is a great option. This flavorful dish is a versatile one that typically consists of ground beef, rice, tomato sauce, salsa, cheese, and various spices. A Mexican casserole can be customized to suit your preferences by adding different ingredients, using different cheeses, or adjusting the level of spiciness. In this article, we will provide you with some tips on how to make the best easy Mexican casserole, as well as a few different recipes to get you started.

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

EASY MEXICAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE RECIPE - (3.6/5)



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Provided by msippigrl

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 to 2 1/2 cups cooked chicken*, chopped or shredded
1 (10 1/2 oz) can cream of chicken soup
1 (10 oz) can Original Rotel tomatoes with green chilies
1/4 cup sour cream
1 (4 oz) can chopped green chiles
1 - 2 teaspoons dry taco seasoning*
2 cups (7-8 ozs) package shredded mild cheddar or Mexican blend cheese, divided
Half of a (13 oz) bag of corn tortilla chips (I used Tostitos Restaurant Style)

Steps:

  • Cook and chop/shred the chicken or use Traditional rotisserie chicken. (*I pan cooked 7 chicken tenders). Lightly grease or spray a 2-qt. baking dish. (I used an 11x7") Set aside. Preheat oven to 350° F. In a medium skillet or saucepan, combine the soup, Rotel tomatoes, sour cream, green chiles, and taco seasoning and heat on medium setting just until mixture is heated through (not bubbling). Stir in the chicken and 1 cup of the cheese until melted. Put a generous layer of tortilla chips in the bottom of the baking dish, overlapping the edges. Spoon half the chicken mixture over the chips. Repeat layers one more time, ending with chicken mixture on top. Sprinkle top with the remaining 1 cup cheese. Bake for 15-20 minutes, just until heated through and cheese is melted. Serve hot over Mexican rice and additional sour cream, taco sauce, and green onions on top, if desired. *Notes I pan cooked 7 frozen (thawed) chicken tenders by spraying them lightly with cooking oil and seasoning with a little homemade chili seasoning (recipe follows) then cooked, covered, about 3 minutes on each side. Then removed from skillet and roughly chopped. To the little pan drippings left in the skillet, I added the other ingredients as stated above and proceeded with the recipe. I used cheddar cheese on one casserole and Mexican Blend on the other one. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Homemade Chili Seasoning 2 Tbls. plus 1 tsp. paprika 2 tsp. ground oregano 2 tsp. ground cumin 1 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1 1/4 tsp. onion salt (or 3/4 tsp. onion powder plus 1/2 tsp. salt) 1/4 t. ground hot pepper, optional Stir all ingredients together and store in an airtight bottle.

EASY MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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This is based on a recipe from the Allrecipes website submitted by AndreaLF63, which I made a few minor changes to suit our taste preferences such as adding a can of white corn and using canned diced tomatoes instead of fresh chopped tomatoes. But I look forward to making this again and trying some of the other changes that some of the reviewers suggested, like maybe adding some minced garlic or perhaps a diced jalapeno pepper or chopped bell pepper.

Provided by Northwestgal

Categories     Beans

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean ground beef
2 cups salsa
1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, drained
1 (15 ounce) can corn
1 1/2 cups tortilla chips, crushed
2 cups light sour cream
1 (3 7/8 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
3/4 cup chopped green onion
1 cup diced tomato (you can use 15-oz can diced tomatoes if drained well)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until no longer pink. Stir in salsa, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in beans and corn, and cook just until heated through.
  • Spread crushed tortilla chips in bottom of prepared baking dish, and then spoon beef mixture over chips. Spread sour cream over the beef layer, and then sprinkle olives, green onion, and tomato over the sour cream layer.
  • Bake in preheated 350° oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Top with cheddar cheese and return to oven to bake another 5 minutes or just until the cheese starts to melt.

EASY MEXICAN CASSEROLE RECIPE - (3.9/5)



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Provided by BobN

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1 can Ranch Style beans
1 10-12 ounce bag tortilla chips, crushed
1 can Ro-tel tomatoes
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 package taco seasoning
1 can cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup water
Sour cream and salsa for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. In a large skillet, brown meat and drain off fat. Stir in beans, tomatoes, onion, taco seasoning, soup and water. Simmer over medium-low heat until everything is well combined and heated through. Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish. Put down a layer of crushed tortilla chips, followed by a layer of the meat/bean mixture, then half of the cheddar cheese. Repeat layers. Cover with foil and bake for 20-30 minutes, or until bubbly. Let sit for 5-10 minutes before serving. Top with sour cream and salsa.

EASY MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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This is one of our favorite easy weeknight meals. It's so good, and I always look forward to making this again. And each time I try other changes, like adding some minced garlic or perhaps a diced jalapeno pepper or chopped bell pepper or adding difference vegetables. There are just so many ways to change this easy but...

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean ground beef
2 c salsa
1 (16-oz) can chili beans, drained
1 (15-oz) can corn
1 1/2 c tortilla chips, crushed
2 c low-fat sour cream
1 (3 7/8-oz) can sliced black olives, drained
3/4 c chopped green onion
1 c diced tomato (you can use a 15-oz can of diced tomatoes if drained well)
2 c shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  • 2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until no longer pink. Stir in salsa, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in beans and corn, and cook just until heated through.
  • 3. Spread crushed tortilla chips in bottom of prepared baking dish, and then spoon beef mixture over chips. Spread sour cream over the beef layer, and then sprinkle olives, green onion, and tomato over the sour cream layer.
  • 4. Bake in preheated 350° oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Top with cheddar cheese and return to oven to bake another 5 minutes or just until the cheese starts to melt.

EASY MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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This is an easy and very tasty dish. I often substitute ground turkey and low fat dairy products and it is still delicious! Serve with chips, salsa and green salad.

Provided by ANDREALF63

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound lean ground beef
2 cups salsa
1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, drained
3 cups tortilla chips, crushed
2 cups sour cream
1 (2 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
½ cup chopped green onion
½ cup chopped fresh tomato
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until no longer pink. Stir in salsa, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in beans, and heat through.
  • Spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray. Spread crushed tortilla chips in dish, and then spoon beef mixture over chips. Spread sour cream over beef, and sprinkle olives, green onion, and tomato over the sour cream. Top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 631.9 calories, Carbohydrate 32.8 g, Cholesterol 119.2 mg, Fat 43.7 g, Fiber 6.2 g, Protein 31.7 g, SaturatedFat 22.5 g, Sodium 1308.3 mg, Sugar 6 g

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

EASY MEXICAN EGGPLANT CASSEROLE



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Categories     Vegetable     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Casserole/Gratin

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large eggplant (1-1/2 lbs.)
@ 1/4 cup olive oil, or olive oil spray
8 oz. can tomato sauce
10 oz. can Rotel tomatoes
1/2 cup sliced green onions
2 oz. can sliced olives, drained
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1 - 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
@ 1/2 cup sour cream for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees Cut unpeeled eggplant into 1/2 inch slices and brush all sides with oil (or spray will olive oil) Arrange in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast, uncovered in 450 degree oven until soft, about 20 minutes. Turn down oven to 350 degrees after you remove eggplant. In bowl, combine tomato sauce, Rotel tomatoes, green onions, garlic salt & olives. Salt eggplant more, if desired. Spread a few Tablespoons of sauce on bottom of 1- 1/2 quart casserole dish. Line bottom with half of eggplant, overlapping slightly. Spoon on half the sauce and half the cheese. Repeat, ending with cheese on top. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees until hot and bubbly, about 25 minutes. Pass sour cream to spoon over individual servings.

EASY, MEATY MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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My picky-non-vegetable-eater husband loves this easy Mexican casserole. There's very little clean-up, it costs less than $10 to make, and the leftovers reheat fabulously right in the microwave. I haven't found anyone that doesn't love it! Meat, vegetables, dairy, and grains all in one easy, tasty dish! For those that don't care for corn bread, there is another option for this recipe in the footnotes. Enjoy!

Provided by sybil318

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ pounds ground pork
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (15.5 ounce) can light red kidney beans (including liquid)
1 (15.5 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
¾ cup water
1 package taco seasoning mix (such as Old El Paso®)
1 (8.5 ounce) package dry corn muffin mix (such as Jiffy®)
⅓ cup milk
1 egg
3 cups shredded Colby cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Heat a 12-inch skillet over medium heat. Cook and crumble pork and black pepper in the hot pan until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Stir kidney beans, corn, water, and taco seasoning into the skillet with the pork. Bring to a boil.
  • Combine corn muffin mix, milk, and egg in a bowl for the corn bread mixture.
  • Spoon pork mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Top with Colby cheese. Pour and carefully spread corn bread mixture on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until corn bread is golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.6 calories, Carbohydrate 35.4 g, Cholesterol 96 mg, Fat 24.8 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 26.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 996.2 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

EASY MEXICAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This was a throw together that actually turned out to be a really great little dish!!! Good for a quick meal!

Provided by SouthernGirl24

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 -8 frozen chicken tenders
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package old el paso taco seasoning
15 ounces bush's canned black beans
14 1/2 ounces DelMonte stewed tomatoes (Original Recipe with Onions, Celery, and Green Peppers)
2 cups kraft finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 -5 slices monterey jack pepper cheese
1 cup crushed Doritos

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Place chicken tenders in the bottom of a standard casserole dish.
  • Sprinkle taco seasoning over tenders. Layer ingredients in order from black beans to doritos.
  • Bake in oven for 30-40 minutes. Enjoy!

EASY QUICK MEXICAN STOVE TOP CASSEROLE



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This always goes over well. Makes enough for a family of 5. Or lots of leftovers for a family of 2 which we are. The left overs are great too. Can be made as spicy or mild as you like depending on the spice of the taco seasoning and salsa. Most of these items I keep on hand so it's a great recipe to use when I don't know what to make.

Provided by CelticLady

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups water
1 cup salsa
1 (8 ounce) package taco seasoning
4 -5 boneless skinless chicken breasts or 1 1/2-2 lbs hamburger
2 cups instant rice
1 (15 ounce) can black beans
1 (15 ounce) can corn
shredded cheese
green onion (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine the first 4 ingredients. If using chicken bring to a boil and then lower the temp, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Bring back to a boil.
  • If using the hamburger, brown it first before adding the other 3 ingredients. Once added bring to a boil, no need to simmer.
  • From there the rest is the same for both versions.
  • Add the instant rice, black beans, and corn. Mix together well. If I have any on hand I also usually add green onions.
  • Adjust heat to low, cover with desired amount of shredded cheese. I use about 2 cups but that is a lot. We love cheese. I think originally it called for 1 cup.
  • Once cheese is added cover and let cook on low for 5-10 minutes or until the rice is done.
  • Serve and enjoy. This usually only takes about 30 minutes total. Quick and easy.

QUICK AND EASY MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Quick and Easy Mexican Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Jillian Boberson

Categories     Macaroni And Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 of a medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 lb ground beef (or meat of your choice)
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes (I use the one with green chilies)
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can corn, drained
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
3/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup shredded cheese (A mix of cheddar and pepper jack is good)
1 (6 ounce) can of large black olives, sliced
4 cups pasta (I use large elbow macaroni)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil, then add chopped onion. Cook just until onion begins to turn translucent, then add minced garlic.
  • In a large pot, cook pasta in salted, boiling water until just done (about 9 minutes. It will cook a little more in the oven). This can be going on while you're assembling the ingredients in the skillet.
  • Returning to the skillet, add beef and taco seasoning. Once the beef is cooked through, then add tomatoes, corn, beans, and sour cream. Stir until well combined. Add shredded cheese. Then add drained, cooked pasta.
  • Transfer to a lightly greased 9x13 baking dish. If desired, sprinkle more shredded cheese over the top. Bake in a 350 degree oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and cheese is golden.
  • Serve with tortilla chips, sour cream, and salsa, if you like. Enjoy! =).

EASY MEXICAN CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Easy Mexican Casserole Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by samara72

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1 can Ranch Style beans
1 (12-ounce) bag tortilla chips, crushed
1 can Rotel tomatoes
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 package taco seasoning
1 can cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup water
Sour cream and salsa for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. In a large skillet, brown meat and drain off fat. Stir in beans, tomatoes, onion, taco seasoning, soup and water. Simmer over medium-low heat until everything is well combined and heated through. Grease a 9×13 casserole dish. Put down a layer of crushed tortilla chips, followed by a layer of the meat/bean mixture, then half of the cheddar cheese. Repeat layers. Cover with foil and bake for 20 to 30 minutes, or until bubbly. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Top with sour cream and salsa.

EASY MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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A quick and easy Mexican-style casserole that I found on Allrecipes.

Provided by Kimberly Kay

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground beef
2 c salsa
1 (16 oz.) can(s) chili beans, drained (i used kidney beans)
3 c tortilla chips, crushed
2 c sour cream
1 (2 oz.) can(s) sliced black olives, drained
1/2 c chopped green onion (i used a chopped yellow onion)
1/2 c fresh tomato (i used 1 can of diced tomatoes)
2 c shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • 2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until no longer pink; stir in salsa, reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed; stir in beans and heat through.
  • 3. Spray a 9 X 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray; spread crushed tortilla chips in dish; spoon beef mixture over chips.
  • 4. Spread sour cream over beef; sprinkle olives, green onion and tomato over sour cream; top with Cheddar cheese.
  • 5. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

QUICK AND EASY MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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Categories     Bean     Cheese     Bake     Vegetarian

Yield 6-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

10 flour tortillas
2 cans of vegitarian refried beans
2 cups of shredded cheese-mexican blend or cheddar
small can of chopped green chiles
15 oz can of red mild enchilada sauce
1/2 cup of warm water
small can of chopped black olives
8oz size of lowfat cream cheese, block style
cilantro for garnish
avocado for garnish

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 400 degrees. spray the bottom of a glass baking dish with Pam cooking spray. mix the refried beans with the cream cheese until it is blended smoothly. add the chiles to the bean/cream cheese mixture. spoon a small amount of the mixture into each tortilla. roll the tortillas up, seam side down, and place them into the baking dish. sprinkle the top of the enchiladas with the shredded cheese and the sliced olives. next, pour the enchilada sauce over the top of the tortillas. then pour the 1/2 cup of water over the tortillas. make sure the sauce and water is evenly distributed over the tortillas. bake in over for 25-35 minutes. casserole is done when cheese and sauce is bubbly. garnish with the cilantro and avocado.

Tips:

  • Prep ahead: Chop your veggies and cook your protein the night before to save time on your busy weeknight.
  • Use a variety of textures: Include soft and crunchy vegetables, as well as tender and chewy meats or proteins, to create an interesting and satisfying dish.
  • Don't skimp on the spices: Mexican food is known for its bold flavors, so don't be afraid to use a variety of spices, such as chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
  • Use fresh ingredients whenever possible: Fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices will give your casserole the best flavor.
  • Don't overcook the casserole: The vegetables and meat should be cooked through, but still have a little bit of a bite to them.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: A dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of cheese, or a few chopped fresh cilantro leaves can really take your casserole to the next level.

Conclusion:

Mexican casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be easily customized to your liking. Experiment with different ingredients, spices, and toppings to create a casserole that your whole family will love. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty dish to serve at your next party, Mexican casserole is a great option. With its bold flavors and endless variations, it's sure to become a family favorite.

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