When it comes to Mexican cuisine, tortilla casserole stands out as a delectable dish that combines the flavors of Mexico with the convenience of a casserole. Whether you're looking for a flavorful weeknight dinner, a dish to impress your guests, or a comforting meal to share with your family, this guide will help you discover the best recipe for Mexican tortilla casserole. From traditional recipes passed down through generations to innovative takes on this classic dish, we'll explore a variety of options to suit every taste and skill level. So, prepare your taste buds for a culinary journey as we delve into the world of Mexican tortilla casserole, uncovering the secrets to creating a truly unforgettable dish.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
MEXICAN TORTILLA CASSEROLE
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 to 16 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil. Add the tomatoes, onion and garlic, stir and cook for a minute or two to soften the onion. Add 2 teaspoons of the chili powder, 1 teaspoon of the paprika and 1 teaspoon of the cumin. Stir and cook the mixture for another minute or two to release the flavors of the spices. Remove the mixture to a bowl and set aside.
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the chicken along with the remaining 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon cumin and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Saute the chicken until it's deep golden brown and done in the middle, about 4 to 5 minutes. Add 1 cup water and stir to make a sauce. Bring the sauce to a boil and cook until it's reduced by half, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the beans and set aside.
- To assemble the casserole, pour half a jar (about 1 cup) of salsa verde into the bottom of a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish or disposable foil baking pan. Add a layer of half the tortillas on top of the salsa verde, overlapping the edges. Spoon the rice over the tortillas, spread the tomato mixture over the rice, then sprinkle the corn over the tomatoes. Next, add the chicken and bean mixture, then sprinkle on half the cheese and pour over half the enchilada sauce. Next, add the rest of the tortillas, then pour on the rest of the salsa verde and the rest of the enchilada sauce and sprinkle on the rest of the cheese.
- If you're baking the casserole right away, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and bake, covered with foil, for 20 minutes. Then remove the foil and continue baking for 15 to 20 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Serve with sour cream and cilantro.
- Find this recipe and more in Ree's new book, The Pioneer Woman Cooks: Dinnertime ($30, William Morrow Cookbooks).
MEXICAN GROUND BEEF TORTILLA LAYER CASSEROLE
This has all the flavors of enchiladas but this is easier to make as there is no filling and rolling! --- all ingredient amounts can be adjusted to taste and toppings are only optional --- canned enchilada sauce works great or see recipe#168653
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Beans
Time 55m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Set oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease an 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet brown the ground beef with onion, garlic, green bell pepper and jalapeno (if using) until the beef is no longer pink; drain any fat then return to skillet and add in one can of enchilada sauce, black beans, corn and cumin.
- Bring the ground beef mixture to a boil; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20-25 minutes stirring occasionally, then season with salt and lots of black pepper.
- Arrange 3 corn tortillas in the bottom of the baking dish, cutting as needed to cover bottom of the dish.
- Spread 1/4 cup canned enchilada sauce over the tortillas in the baking dish.
- Cover the sauce with 1/3 of the cooked ground beef mixture, then about 1/3 of the shredded cheese.
- Repeat the layers twice but omitting the final cheese layer on top.
- Drizzle any remaining canned enchilada sauce (from the second can) on top.
- Cover with foil and bake in a 350 degree F oven for 25 minutes.
- Remove foil and sprinkle with more cheese (any amount desired) then return to oven and bake for another 5 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
- Let stand 10-15 minutes before slicing.
- Top with sour cream and/or tomatoes, green onions and crushed tortilla chips if desired.
- Delicious!
MEXICAN TORTILLA CASSEROLE
Make and share this Mexican Tortilla Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Broke Guy
Categories Meat
Time 1h15m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven at 350 degrees F.
- Spray a spring form cake pan or casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Brown ground beef and onion and then drain the grease.
- Add taco seasonings and cook according to package directions. Heat refried beans to make for easier spreading.
- Lay 1 tortilla in bottom of baking dish and spread 1/3 of the refried beans on it. Top with 1/3 of the meat and sprinkle on some cheese.
- Add the 2nd tortilla and spread 1/2 the rice, 1/2 salsa, 1/2 the corn and a little cheese.
- Add the 3rd tortilla and spread 1/3 beans ,1/3meat, and a little cheese.
- Add the 4th tortilla and layer the remaining beans ,meat, corn, rice, salsa and cheese.
- Bake, covered with foil, for about 40 minutes. Uncover and bake 10-15 minutes longer. Let sit 5 minutes before cutting.
- After baking, top with sour cream, diced white onion and shredded lettuce, if desired.
MEXICAN TORTILLA CASSEROLE RECIPE - (3.9/5)
Provided by tjanddj
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Spray a spring form, round cake pan or casserole with cooking spray Brown ground beef ,and onion and drain Add taco seasonings and cook according to package direction Lay 1 tortilla in bottom of baking dish and spread 1/3 of bean on it ,top with 1/3 of the meat and sprinkle on some cheese . 2nd layer tortilla, 1/2 the rice, 1/2 salsa, 1/2 the corn and cheese 3rd layer tortilla, 1/3 beans ,1/3meat, cheese 4 layer tortilla . beans ,meat, corn, rice, salsa and cheese Bake covered with foil at 350 for about 40 minutes uncover and bake 10-15 minutes longer. let sit 5 minutes before cutting . After baking top with sour cream,diced onion and shredded lettuce if desired
MEXICAN TORTILLA CHICKEN CASSEROLE
Great Mexican chicken casserole with comfort in every bite.
Provided by sbmclemore
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h25m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Coat chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, red pepper flakes, and garlic. Place in an 8x8-inch baking pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 25 to 30 minutes. Chop chicken into cubes. Leave oven on.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add bell pepper and onion and cook until tender, 4 to 5 minutes.
- Mix onion mixture, cream of chicken soup, 1 cup cheese, 3/4 cup salsa, sour cream, and cumin together in a bowl. Mix in chicken and use some of the chicken drippings to moisten the mixture.
- Layer chicken mixture and crushed tortilla chips until baking pan is full. Top with remaining cheese. Bake until golden brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes. Top with remaining salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 642.3 calories, Carbohydrate 54.5 g, Cholesterol 69.8 mg, Fat 38 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 1301.5 mg, Sugar 3 g
MEXICAN TORTILLA BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
Brought to you by Johnsonville® Sausage
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 1h25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook sausages according to package directions; cut into 1/4-inch slices; set aside. , In a skillet, sauté onion and bell pepper in oil until almost tender. Stir in garlic and chili pepper; cook for 1 additional minute. Add sausage and chilies; set aside. , In a bowl, combine cheeses, green onion and cilantro. In a greased, 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish, sprinkle one third of tortilla chips. Follow with one-half of the sausage mixture and one-half of the cheese mixture; repeat. , In a bowl, beat eggs, milk, salt and pepper sauce; pour over layered ingredients. Sprinkle with remaining tortilla chips. , Bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 45-50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts :
MEXICAN TORTILLA BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
This dish takes the traditional casserole and adds elements of Mexican cuisine and your favorite breakfast ingredients. Onion, bell pepper, garlic, green chilies and cilantro add bold, authentic flavors to the dish. For a tasty bonus, crushed tortillas are used to give this recipe a fun and playful texture. Together with eggs and Johnsonville Hot & Spicy Breakfast Sausage Links you've got a winning combination that'll take the boredom out of breakfast.
Provided by From the Kitchen at Johnsonville Sausage
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips
Time 1h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook sausages according to package directions; cut into 1/4-inch slices; set aside. In a skillet, saute onion and bell pepper in oil until almost tender. Stir in garlic and chili pepper; cook for 1 additional minute. Add sausage and chilies; set aside. In a bowl, combine cheeses, green onion and cilantro.
- In a greased, 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish, sprinkle one third of tortilla chips. Follow with one-half of the sausage mixture and one-half of the cheese mixture; repeat. In a bowl, beat eggs, milk, salt and pepper sauce; pour over layered ingredients. Sprinkle with remaining tortilla chips.
- Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 45 to 50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.6 g, Cholesterol 226.7 mg, Fat 32.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 1078 mg, Sugar 4.4 g
CALIFORNIA (MEXICAN) TORTILLA CASSEROLE
This recipe came from a dietitian I know; her original recipe came from Bon Appetit. I haven't made this for awhile, but I tried to include the time it takes to slice and grate the cheeses within the prep time. Total servings should be at least six, perhaps eight.
Provided by TigerJo
Categories Meat
Time 1h35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°; Grease (or spray with non-stick pan spray) a 3qt casserole dish; set aside.
- In large skillet, saute beef with onion and garlic over medium heat (in batches if necessary) and drain; sprinkle chili powder over meat and mix well.
- Add tomato sauce, sugar, salt, olives, and green chiles; simmer over very low heat for 15 minutes.
- Beat cottage cheese and egg together until blended.
- In bottom of 3qt casserole dish, spread 1/3 of meat; layer with half of jack cheese, half cottage cheese& egg, half tortillas, then next 3rd of meat.
- Continue layering with remaining jack cheese, c/c, remaining tortillas, ending with remaining 1/3 meat; sprinkle top with cheddar cheese.
- Bake, uncovered, at 350° until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted; serve with sour cream, sliced black olives and green onion if desired (recommended).
MEXICAN BEEF TORTILLA CASSEROLE
Here is a great casserole recipe. The sauce is wonderful and really makes the dish scrumptious. Don't be daunted by the long list of ingredients, it isn't difficult to make.
Provided by Hoddevik
Categories Meat
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan. Add 3 tbsp of flour and stir over medium.
- heat for 1 minute. Do not brown. Add chicken broth and milk. With a wire.
- whisk, stir mixture until it comes to a boil and add salt, garlic powder and.
- pepper. Continue to cook one minute more. Add the tomato sauce, sugar,.
- chili powder, paprika, oregano, ground cumin and cayenne. Stir well with a.
- wire whisk. Cook 2 minutes longer and remove from heat.
- Brown beef, mushrooms and onion in a large skillet; drain liquid, then add.
- sauce and mix well. Spray a baking dish, 8 or 9 inch round or square would.
- work. Cut each tortilla into 6 pieces and layer half of the tortilla pieces.
- in the bottom of the tins. Layer half of the meat mixture and half of the.
- cheese. Repeat layers. Let cool, cover with heavy duty aluminum foil and.
- store in freezer, or continue to baking instructions.
- Bake, covered, in a 375 degree oven. approximately 45 minutes.
- * Note: I sometimes leave out the mushrooms and instead add a can of black beans and some fresh or frozen corn kernels. You can easily add ingredients of your liking to alter the recipe, such as sliced black olives or some diced green chili.
Tips:
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh tortillas, vegetables, and herbs will give your casserole the best flavor and texture.
- Don't Overcook the Tortillas: Tortillas should be softened, but not mushy. If they're overcooked, they'll break apart when you layer them in the casserole.
- Use a Variety of Vegetables: Don't be afraid to experiment with different vegetables in your casserole. Some good options include corn, black beans, bell peppers, and onions.
- Season to Taste: Be sure to taste your casserole before you bake it and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may want to add more salt, pepper, or chili powder.
- Serve with Toppings: Mexican tortilla casserole is delicious on its own, but it's even better with toppings like sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
Conclusion:
Mexican tortilla casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks. It's a great way to use up leftover tortillas and vegetables, and it can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Mexican tortilla casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!
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