Enchilada Casserole III is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. This classic Mexican dish is made with corn tortillas, cheese, beans, and a flavorful enchilada sauce. With a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a satisfying and hearty casserole that will be a hit with the whole family. Whether you are looking for a quick and tasty dinner option or a dish to bring to a potluck, Enchilada Casserole III is sure to please.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE I
A delicious recipe that is easy to make, and can be prepared the day before and baked the next day. These enchiladas are almost like a Mexican lasagna!
Provided by PANZER33
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a 5 quart pot combine the chicken, cream of celery soup, cream of chicken soup, enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes and green chiles, onion, garlic, chicken broth, chili powder and cheese. Heat over medium high until the cheese is melted and all of the ingredients are mixed together well.
- In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer the mixture and the tortillas like you would lasagna. Make sure to put a thin layer of the mixture on the bottom of the baking dish to prevent sticking. After layering, place dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until cheese starts to brown and bubble. Let stand and cool for at least 10 minutes before serving!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 139.2 mg, Fat 24.9 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 46.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 2042.9 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
BEEF ENCHILADA CASSEROLE
Beef Enchilada Casserole is layers of seasoned ground beef, corn tortillas, enchilada sauce, and cheese. It makes a great family friendly Mexican dinner. It is like having authentic beef enchiladas without all the work!
Provided by Susie Weinrich
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°
- In a large skillet brown and crumble the ground beef, drain any excess grease.
- Add the onions, garlic and salt saute for about 5 minutes until the onions are slightly softened. Stir in the 3 tbsp water, 2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin.
- If using the cilantro, stir it in now. Remove the pan from the heat.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice (1/6 of casserole)
ENCHILADA CASSEROLE II
Easy, flavorful and delicious. Kids love it!
Provided by TAMMIE SWAIN
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a deep dish pie plate; set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and onion until beef is no longer pink; drain fat. Return to the heat and push the meat and onion to the sides of the pan. Add the garlic to the center of the pan and cook briefly. Stir the beef and onion together with the garlic.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, cumin, chili powder and salt to taste. Mix well and allow to thicken slightly.
- Spoon a thin layer of the beef mixture onto the bottom of the pie plate. Begin layering the tortilla, beef mixture, then cheese, ending with a final layer of cheese on the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 605.3 calories, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Cholesterol 122.5 mg, Fat 33.3 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 39.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.1 g, Sodium 1259.7 mg, Sugar 8.3 g
ENCHILADA CASSEROLE
The inclusion of tempeh adds a good measure of protein to this spicy enchilada casserole. You can replace the Cheddar cheese with Monterey Jack if you like. Serve with sour cream and salsa!
Provided by Carol Hilderbrand
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 degrees C). Lightly oil a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, combine the beans, garlic, onion, chile peppers, jalapeno pepper, and tempeh. Pour enchilada sauce into a shallow bowl.
- Dip three tortillas in the enchilada sauce, and place them in the prepared baking dish. Be sure to cover the bottom of the dish as completely as possible. Place 1/2 of the bean mixture on top of the tortillas, and repeat. Drizzle the remaining sauce over the casserole, and sprinkle with olives and shredded cheese.
- Cover, and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover, and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24.9 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Fat 24 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.5 g, Sodium 709.2 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
ENCHILADA CASSEROLE
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
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.
ENCHILADA CASSEROLE III
This is a layered casserole that is always a favorite with my husband and kids. Served with Spanish rice and a green salad, it is sure to please everyone.
Provided by Kathy
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, mix the dry enchilada sauce according to package directions, replacing tomato sauce with the tomato paste and water
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with garlic salt and onion powder; drain fat. Mix refried beans and 1/2 cup of the prepared enchilada sauce with the meat.
- Dip enough corn tortillas to cover the bottom of a 3 quart casserole dish in the remaining enchilada sauce. Arrange tortillas in the dish. Spoon in half of the meat mixture, covering the tortillas. Spread half of the Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the meat. Cover with another layer tortillas dipped in enchilada sauce. Spoon in remaining meat mixture and top with a final layer of tortillas dipped in enchilada sauce. Pour any remaining sauce over the layers and top with remaining cheese.
- Cover and bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.6 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Cholesterol 86.9 mg, Fat 22 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 1522.1 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
ENCHILADA CASSEROLE
Delicious quick enchiladas in casserole form!
Provided by Jenn
Categories Main Dish
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400º F. Brown turkey and onion in a large saucepan. Drain any grease and add pepper, chili powder and tomato sauce.
- Lightly spread tortillas with the spreadable butter and cut into fourths.
- Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray. Alternate laying tortillas (butter side down) in the casserole dish, then a layer of meat sauce, then a layer of olives and then finally a layer of cheese. Repeat the layers three times.
- Pour the water over the top and bake for 25 minutes, uncovered.
- Slice up and serve with sour cream, lettuce, cilantro, tomato, etc. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 242 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 8.75 g, Sodium 601 mg, Sugar 2.6 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the casserole will taste. This is especially true for the tomatoes, onions, and peppers.
- Don't overcook the meat: The chicken or beef should be cooked through, but not dry. Overcooked meat will make the casserole tough.
- Use a variety of cheeses: A combination of cheeses will give the casserole a more complex flavor. Try using a blend of cheddar, Monterey Jack, and queso Oaxaca.
- Don't skimp on the spices: Enchilada sauce is typically made with a variety of spices, such as chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Don't be afraid to add a little heat to the casserole with cayenne pepper or chipotle powder.
- Top the casserole with your favorite toppings: Before baking, top the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or cilantro. This will add extra flavor and texture to the dish.
Conclusion:
Enchilada casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be easily customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make a casserole that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give enchilada casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!
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