Best 5 Enchilacomalejita Casserole Mexican Casserole Recipes

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Enchilacomalejita casserole, a classic Mexican casserole, is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the boldness of enchiladas with the convenience of a casserole. This casserole is made with layers of corn tortillas, a savory filling, a creamy sauce, and plenty of cheese, all baked until bubbly and golden brown. It's a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking, making it a perfect choice for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal. With its combination of textures, flavors, and ease of preparation, enchilacomalejita casserole is sure to become a favorite in your household.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

ENCHILACOMALEJITA CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4.8/5)



Enchilacomalejita Casserole Recipe - (4.8/5) image

Provided by ksandoz

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs (or so) gr. beef
1/2 of an onion, chopped
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 pkg. taco mix
1-1/2 c. Water
Flour tortillas
Crispy Corn tortilla chips
Mexican blend cheese, grated
Velveeta Shreds (optional)

Steps:

  • Brown gr. beef with bell pepper and onion. Drain. Add taco seasoning and water. Let simmer while you make the enchilada sauce (recipe below). In a 9x13 baking dish, spread about 1/2 c. Enchilada sauce on bottom. Cut the flour tortillas to fit the pan to make 1 layer. Crumble a couple of handfuls of the crispy corn tortilla chips over the flour tortillas. Sprinkle about half the meat mixture over the chips. Drizzle with enchilada sauce, saving some for the next layer. Sprinkle with cheese. Repeat another layer, finishing with cheese. Bake at 375° for about 15 minutes. Serve with chopped tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sour cream, salsa, etc. Optional add-in: Cooked pinto beans: Mix into meat mixture before layering. Retried beans: Just add another layer while you are layering Enchilada sauce 2 Tbsp. vegetable or canola oil 2 Tbsp. flour 4 Tbsp. chili powder 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/4 tsp. cumin 1/4 tsp. oregano 2 cups chicken broth Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add flour and stir together over the heat for one minute. Stir in the remaining seasonings (chili powder through oregano). Then gradually add in the chicken broth, whisking constantly to remove lumps. Reduce heat and simmer 10-15 minutes until thick. Use immediately or refrigerate in an air-tight container for up to two weeks.

MEXICAN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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This casserole is especially good for those like myself that don't really care for canned enchilada sauce. It also freezes well and can be assembled, frozen, then baked later. Use 1/2 cup homemade taco seasoning if you have it; chili powder can be found online.

Provided by Semigourmet

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

cooking spray
1 ½ cups canned tomato sauce
⅓ cup chili powder (such as Gebhardt®)
½ cup water, or as needed
1 ½ pounds ground turkey
1 ½ cups chopped onion
2 (1 ounce) packages taco seasoning mix, divided
⅔ cup water
16 (5 inch) corn tortillas, cut in half
3 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 ½ (10 ounce) bags shredded iceberg lettuce
2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Spray a 3-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Combine tomato sauce with chili powder and 1/2 cup water or as desired in a small saucepan over medium heat; bring to a simmer and stir to make a pourable sauce. Remove from heat and set enchilada sauce aside.
  • Cook and stir ground turkey, onion, and 1 envelope of taco seasoning mix in a large skillet over medium heat, chopping turkey as you cook, until meat is crumbly and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Stir in 2/3 cup water and remaining envelope of taco seasoning mix and cook, stirring often, until moisture has evaporated from turkey mixture. Mix 1 cup of enchilada sauce into turkey mixture and remove skillet from heat.
  • To layer the casserole, spread 8 tortilla halves into the bottom of the prepared baking dish, overlapping as necessary to fit. Toss sharp Cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese together in a bowl and spread 1/4 of the cheese mixture over the tortillas in an even layer. Top with 1/3 the turkey mixture, 1/3 the lettuce, 1/3 the chopped tomatoes, and about 1/3 cup of the remaining sauce. Repeat layers twice more. Place 8 tortilla halves on top of the casserole and spread with remaining 1 1/4 cup shredded cheese mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese on top of casserole is melted and browned, 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 850.8 calories, Carbohydrate 51.4 g, Cholesterol 193.4 mg, Fat 47.8 g, Fiber 9.5 g, Protein 57.3 g, SaturatedFat 25.4 g, Sodium 1841.9 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

MEXICALI CASSEROLE



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I like this recipe because it is not only low-fat but tasty. It is excellent warmed over but can eaten cold-very versatile dish for people on the go.

Provided by cbrangel

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground turkey
1 (16 ounce) bag shredded fat free cheese (your choice)
1 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can whole kernel corn
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (16 ounce) jar picante sauce (I prefer pace's)
1 (16 ounce) container fat free sour cream
1 (6 1/2 ounce) package Mexican cornbread mix
2/3 cup skim milk

Steps:

  • Start browning meat in a large skillet adding the chopped onion and green pepper-drain excess fat.
  • After browning meat, stir in taco seasoning mix, corn (non-drained), and entire jar of picante sauce.
  • Simmer mixture on med heat approximately 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • While meat is simmering, preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Mix Mexican cornbread mix and your 2/3 cup milk in a medium mixing bowl; set aside. Pour about 1/2 of mixture into 9-inch casserole dish then cover with 1/2 bag of shredded cheese. Repeat-layering the two cover top with cornbread mixture-spreading over entire casserole.
  • Bake in oven for approximately 25 minutes or until brown.
  • Cool for 5 minutes then serve.
  • Add sour cream to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.4, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 89.3, Sodium 1932.3, Carbohydrate 56.4, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 17.9, Protein 34.5

MEXICALI CASSEROLE



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If you like Mexican food but are watching your diet, try this tasty bake. It takes advantage of ground turkey and reduced-fat cheese without sacrificing flavor. -Gertrudis C. Miller, Evansville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound lean ground turkey
2 medium onions, chopped
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup water
2/3 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/3 cup sliced ripe olives
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook turkey, onions and pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up turkey into crumbles, 6-8 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in beans, tomatoes, water, rice, olives, chili powder and salt., Transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, covered, until rice is tender, 50-55 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 604mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



Enchilada Casserole image

Every time I serve this dish, I get satisfied reviews-even from my father, who usually doesn't like Mexican food. Plus, it smells delicious while baking. -Nancy VanderVeer, Knoxville, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound ground beef (90% lean)
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce
1 cup salsa
6 flour tortillas (10 inch)
2 cups fresh or frozen corn
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in enchilada sauce and salsa; set aside. , Place 2 tortillas, overlapping as necessary, in the bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover with a third of the meat mixture. Top with 1 cup corn; sprinkle with 1-1/3 cups cheese. Repeat layers once, then top with remaining tortillas, meat and cheese. , Bake, uncovered, 30 minutes or until bubbly., Freeze Option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 918mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, ripe ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor.
  • Don't be afraid to adjust the seasonings to your taste.
  • Top the casserole with sour cream, guacamole, and salsa for a delicious finish.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite Mexican side dishes, such as rice, beans, or tortillas.

Conclusion:

Enchilacomalejita casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make Mexican casserole that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef, and it can be easily customized to your own taste. With its layers of tortillas, cheese, meat, and sauce, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give enchilacomalejita casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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