Best 13 Fiesta Bean Casserole Recipes

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"Fiesta bean casserole," a delicious and versatile dish, is a delightful combination of Mexican-inspired flavors and textures. It's a perfect meal for gatherings, potlucks, or quick weeknight dinners. With its vibrant colors and irresistible aromas, this casserole makes a statement on any table. Layers of creamy refried beans, juicy corn, tender black beans, and a flavorful blend of spices create a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Topped with a layer of melted cheese and baked to perfection, this casserole is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Dive into the world of culinary delights as we explore the best recipes for making this vibrant fiesta bean casserole.

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FIESTA BEAN CASSEROLE



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Karen Tjelmeland of Ely, Iowa, writes, "I don't recall its origin, but I have had this recipe for many years." A Triscuit cracker crust makes it a unique meatless option.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Brunch     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green chilies, drained
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
16 Triscuits or other crackers
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons beaten egg
Optional: sour cream and sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, combine the beans, onion, green chilies and cumin. Place eight crackers in an 8x4-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Top with half of the bean mixture; layer with remaining crackers and bean mixture. Sprinkle with cheese., In a small bowl, combine the milk, mayonnaise and egg; pour over cheese. Bake, uncovered, until a thermometer reads 160°, 20-25 minutes. If desired, serve with sour cream and olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561 calories, Fat 31g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 113mg cholesterol, Sodium 1103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

GREEN BEAN FIESTA CASSEROLE



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A friend of mine gave me this recipe - it gives an extra kick to the regular green bean casserole. Everyone seems to enjoy the variation!

Provided by elliebelle

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 12-15 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cans green beans, drained
2 cans cream of mushroom soup
1 can Rotel Tomatoes, drained
12 ounces Cheez Whiz
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2/3 cup milk
1 (6 ounce) can French-fried onions
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients- reserving 1/2 c of french fried onions- stir well and pour into buttered casserole dish.
  • Bake for 20 minutes at 350, sprinkle on reserved onions and bake 5 more minutes.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176.1, Fat 9.6, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 23.2, Sodium 812.3, Carbohydrate 17.2, Fiber 5, Sugar 4.8, Protein 7.3

FIESTA CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (15 ounces) refrigerated pie crust (2 crusts)
1 jar (16 ounces) Pace® Chunky Salsa
1 can (10 3/4 ounces) Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup (Regular or 98% Fat Free)
1 cup sour cream
8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese (about 2 cups)
1 package (24 ounces) frozen whole kernel corn
2 cans (9.75 ounces each) Swanson® Premium White Chunk Chicken Breast in Water, drained
1 can (about 15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • Let the pie crusts stand at room temperature for 15 minutes or until they're easy to handle.
  • Stir the salsa, soup, sour cream, cheese, corn, chicken and beans in a large bowl. Spoon the chicken mixture into a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish.
  • Unfold the pie crusts on a lightly floured surface. Lay the crusts side-by-side so that they overlap by about 3 inches in the center. Press the seam to seal. Roll the pie crust into a 14 x 10-inch rectangle. Place the pie crust over the chicken mixture. Trim the excess crust from the edge. Cut several slits in the crust.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F for 40 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.

FIESTA BEANS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 8h15m

Yield 16 to 18 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 pounds dried pinto beans
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 green bell peppers, seeded and diced
2 orange bell peppers, seeded and diced
2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced
1 onion, diced
1 ham hock (or 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into pieces)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the beans in a large bowl and cover them with cold water. Set them aside and let them soak for 5 to 6 hours or overnight.
  • Drain and rinse the beans, and then place them in a large pot. Add the garlic, green, orange and red bell peppers and the onions. Cover them with about an inch of water, and then add the ham hock or bacon. Next add the chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper. Stir to combine, and then bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the beans until tender, about 2 hours. Check the liquid level about halfway through the cooking process; if you'd prefer the beans to be less soupy, you can ladle off about a third of the cooking liquid.

FIESTA TACO CASSEROLE



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Have a flavor fiesta with taco fixin's baked into a casserole.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 can (15 to 16 oz) spicy chili beans in sauce, undrained
1 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
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 or Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)
Tortilla chips, if desired
Shredded lettuce, if desired
Additional Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain. Stir in beans and 1 cup salsa. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • In ungreased 2-quart casserole, place broken tortilla chips. Top with beef mixture. Sprinkle with onions, tomato and cheese.
  • Bake uncovered 20 to 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Arrange tortilla chips around edge of casserole. Serve with lettuce and additional salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 530, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 7 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1540 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 1 g

FRIJOLES DE FIESTA (FIESTA REFRIED BEANS)



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Fiesta refried beans are a must for quinceañera celebrations in the state of Sonora, and variations can be found in just about every carne asada gathering, taqueria and home. They belong to the category of frijoles maneados, a name that comes from having to constantly use your hands, manos, to stir the pot to get the texture right. Maneados are made with creamy pintos or buttery mayocoba beans that are cooked, mashed and cooked again in lard or oil. As they thicken, melty cheese is added. Fiesta refried beans go a step further by including fresh, dried or pickled chiles, and meats like chorizo. This version gets its peppy flavor from Colorado chiles and its smoke and spice from chipotles in adobo sauce. Salty crumbled Cotija crowns the dish. Aside from being fundamental to Sonoran carne asada tacos, these beans can also be slathered on flour tortillas for burritos, dipped with chips, filled in quesadillas, layered on tortas, scooped next to grilled meats or have eggs sitting over them. They are so accommodating that they end up in almost every Sonoran meal, becoming essential.

Provided by Pati Jinich

Categories     beans, side dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound dried pinto beans, rinsed (see Note)
1/2 large white onion
1 tablespoon kosher or sea salt, plus more as needed
4 dried Colorado chiles (also known as California or New Mexico chiles), or guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded
1 to 2 whole canned chipotles in adobo, plus 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
3 tablespoons vegetable oil or lard
8 ounces asadero, quesadilla, Monterey Jack or Oaxaca cheese, grated (about 2 cups)
1 ounce crumbled Cotija (about 1/4 cup), for garnish

Steps:

  • Place pinto beans in a large pot and cover with 14 cups water. Add the onion and set over high heat. Once it comes to a boil, reduce the heat to medium, skim off any foam that may have risen to the top, partly cover with a lid and cook for 1 hour.
  • Remove the lid, stir in salt, partly cover with the lid, and cook for another 15 to 30 more minutes, until beans are completely cooked through and tender and the liquid is tinted from the pinto beans.
  • Meanwhile, place the dried chiles in a small saucepan, cover with water and set over high heat. Once the liquid comes to a boil, reduce heat to medium and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes, until chiles have rehydrated, softened and plumped up.
  • Remove the lid on the beans, and, using a slotted spoon or a pair of tongs, discard the onion.
  • Working in batches if needed, add the cooked beans along with 2 cups of their cooking liquid, the dried chiles, the chipotle chiles and the adobo sauce to a blender or food processor, and pulse until the mixture forms a coarse purée.
  • Heat the oil in a large, heavy casserole or sauté pan set over medium. Once hot but not smoking, carefully add the bean purée, as it will strongly sizzle and splatter. Stir well, incorporating the hot oil into the bean mixture. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring often and scraping the bottom and sides of the pan as the refried beans continuously attempt to create a crust, until the mixture thickens.
  • Stir in the grated cheese, and continue to cook for another 10 to 15 minutes, stirring frequently and scraping the bottom and the sides, until the mixture thickens to a thick purée that holds its shape, and a clear trail can be traced in the bottom of the pan.
  • When ready to serve, scrape into a bowl and garnish with the crumbled Cotija. Beans will last up to 5 days in the refrigerator. Reheat them in a saucepan or skillet with a couple tablespoons of water over medium and mash as they warm up, since they have a tendency to thicken once chilled.

EASY FIESTA BEANS



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A quick easy side dish with any Mexican meal or whatever you like to serve with refried beans. About 15 minutes to the table can't be beat.

Provided by DDW7976

Categories     Beans

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (16 ounce) can fat-free refried beans (spicy is better)
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup chunky salsa
2/3 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Position oven rack in upper third of oven.
  • Preheat broiler.
  • Combine refried beans, pinto beans, salsa and 1/3 cup cheese in a medium saucepan.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring until hot and the cheese is melted.
  • Spoon the hot mixture into a 2 qt baking dish and sprinkle with remaining cheese and top with green onions.
  • Broil until the cheese is melted and lightly browned, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.5, Fat 7, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 19.8, Sodium 313.5, Carbohydrate 30.4, Fiber 10.2, Sugar 1.6, Protein 14.8

CHEESY FIESTA BEEF CASSEROLE



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Over the years I've tweaked this recipe to end up with a wonderful, quick weeknight meal. Feel free to spice it up with jalapenos, if you prefer a little more heat. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup picante sauce
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) reduced-fat reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 package (9-3/4 ounces) nacho-flavored tortilla chips or plain tortilla chips, crushed
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Optional: Cubed avocado and sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking up beef into crumbles; drain. Stir in beans, picante sauce and chili powder., In a bowl, combine soup, tomatoes and green chiles. In a lightly greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, layer half the chips, beef mixture, soup mixture and cheeses. Repeat layers., Microwave on medium-high, uncovered, until heated through and cheese is melted, about 12 minutes. If desired, top with avocado and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Fat 26g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 1119mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

MEXICAN FIESTA BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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We ate this Mexican-inspired breakfast casserole once at a buffet brunch when we were on an organizing group for the church fiestas, and we both liked it so much that I came home and worked on recreating the recipe for our family.

Provided by rlt11_NMC

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

nonstick cooking spray
¼ pound chorizo sausage
1 cup warm water
¾ cup instant dry milk
3 (6 inch) corn tortillas, cut into bite-size pieces
2 cups beaten eggs
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (such as Bush's®), rinsed and drained
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO*TEL®), drained
1 cup frozen whole kernel corn
½ cup chopped green chile pepper
½ cup shredded pepper Jack cheese
½ green bell pepper, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons light sour cream, or to taste
½ cup grated Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray an 8-inch square glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add chorizo; cook and stir until browned and crumbly, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
  • Mix water and dry milk together in a large bowl. Add chorizo, tortillas, eggs, pinto beans, diced tomatoes with green chiles, corn, green chile, pepper Jack cheese, bell pepper, and green onions. Mix well. Pour into the prepared dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown and the middle is set, 55 to 60 minutes. Remove from the oven; spread sour cream on top and sprinkle with Mexican cheese. Return to the oven to melt cheese, about 1 minute. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Cholesterol 265.9 mg, Fat 20.2 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 642.6 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

MEXICAN FIESTA CASSEROLE



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Provided by Bobby Deen

Categories     turkey     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Dinner     Casserole/Gratin     Healthy     Potluck     Small Plates

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons canola oil
1/2 pound lean ground turkey
1 cup finely chopped onions
1 cup finely chopped zucchini
1 envelope (1 1/4 ounces) low-sodium taco seasoning
2/3 cup frozen corn kernels
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups jarred salsa
8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1/4 cup sliced scallions (white and light green parts only)
1/2 cup fat-free sour cream (or use low-fat; optional), for serving

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9 by 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • 2. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the turkey and cook until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in the onions and zucchini and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the taco seasoning, 2/3 cup water, and the corn. Simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes, then stir in the black beans.
  • 3. Spread 1/2 cup of the salsa in the bottom of the baking dish. Lay 4 tortillas over the salsa, and spoon half of the meat mixture on top. Cover with 3/4 cup of the salsa and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Top with 4 more tortillas and the remaining 3/4 cup salsa. Scatter the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese over the top.
  • 4. Bake the casserole until the cheese is melted and bubbling, about 25 minutes. Slice and serve, topped with scallions and sour cream.

BEEF FIESTA CASSEROLE



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I've been making this casserole since my boys were young--it's one of their favorites. It's a great budget dish and perfect for when you need your TexMex "fix"! It also freezes well--I usually make it in two smaller casseroles; one for dinner tonight and one to freeze for later!

Provided by Leslie in Texas

Categories     Meat

Time 1h5m

Yield 16-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs ground beef
1 large onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (35 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
1 (15 1/4 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
1 (8 ounce) package elbow macaroni, cooked and well drained
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese (about 8 oz.)
jalapeno pepper, slices (to garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°.
  • Grease a 3-quart casserole.
  • In a large skillet, cook ground beef over med-high heat until browned; drain.
  • Reduce heat to medium; add onion and garlic and cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes, tomato paste, chilies, beans, salt, chili powder, cumin and pepper.
  • Stir to combine and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Pour into prepared casserole.
  • Add macaroni and mix well to combine all.
  • Sprinkle with cheese, add jalapeño slices if desired; cover and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover and continue baking for 10 minutes.

LAYERED FIESTA CASSEROLE



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Say hola to your new favorite Mexican-inspired fiesta casserole. This Layered Fiesta Casserole has ground beef, salsa, tortillas & melted cheddar cheese.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb. extra-lean ground beef
1 each green and red pepper, chopped
1 jar (16 oz.) TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen corn
12 gluten-free corn tortillas (6 inch)
1-1/2 cups KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F.
  • Brown meat with peppers in large skillet; drain. Return to skillet. Stir in salsa, tomatoes and corn.
  • Spread 1 cup meat mixture onto bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with 6 tortillas, overlapping as necessary. Cover with layers of half each of the remaining meat mixture and cheese; top with remaining tortillas and meat mixture. Cover.
  • Bake 25 to 30 min. or until heated through. Top with remaining cheese; let stand, uncovered, 5 min. or until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Sodium 1340 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 28 g

FIESTA REFRIED BEAN SOUP



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This hearty soup is great for those cold winter days or as a side for Mexican fare.

Provided by Campbell's Kitchen

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Swanson®

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 strips bacon
¾ cup chopped onion
¾ cup chopped celery
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon chili powder
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
1 (14.5 ounce) can Swanson® Chicken Broth
¼ cup prepared salsa, hot or mild
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
½ cup Mexican cheese blend, shredded
4 ounces tortilla strips

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large saucepan and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels; crumble.
  • Saute onion and celery in reserved bacon drippings over medium-high heat until tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in beans, crumbled bacon, oregano, chili powder, and garlic powder. When beans have softened, add Swanson® Chicken Broth and salsa. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer covered until flavors have blended, about 15 minutes.
  • Garnish with cilantro and cheese. Serve with tortilla strips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.9 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 8.7 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 1314.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Tips:

  • Use canned beans that are low in sodium or rinse them thoroughly before using to reduce the sodium content.
  • For a vegetarian version of the casserole, omit the ground beef and add an extra can of beans.
  • If you like your casserole with a little more heat, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or diced jalapeños.
  • Top the casserole with a layer of shredded cheese before baking for a cheesy, gooey topping.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Fiesta bean casserole is a delicious, easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover beans. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Whether you are looking for a vegetarian option or a hearty beef casserole, this recipe has something for everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give fiesta bean casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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