Do you have days when you are short on time but craving a delicious and satisfying meal? Look no further than the quick and easy burrito casserole. This flavorful dish combines the classic ingredients of a burrito, such as ground beef, beans, rice, and cheese, in a convenient casserole format. Whether you are looking for a weeknight dinner solution, a potluck contribution, or a comforting meal to feed a crowd, a burrito casserole has you covered. In this article, we will take you through the steps of creating the ultimate quick and easy burrito casserole, ensuring a delightful experience that will leave you satisfied and ready to tackle the day ahead.
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BURRITOS MADE EASY
This easy burrito recipe is packed with a bean and beef filling with a taste of the Southwest. And since the recipe makes eight big burritos, you can feed a crowd! -Jennifer McKinney, Washington, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 burritos.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the chili, salsa and green chilies. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. , Spoon about 1/2 cupful beef mixture off center on each tortilla. Top each with a slice of cheese; roll up. Serve with taco sauce and lettuce if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 365 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 957mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
CREAMY BURRITO CASSEROLE
Satisfy your craving for something different tonight. It's good and fairly easy. This is stuff I usually have on hand too.
Provided by TXHomemaker
Categories Meat
Time 50m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Brown ground meat/turkey & onion; drain.
- Add taco seasoning and stir in refried beans.
- Mix soup and sour cream in a separate bowl.
- Spread 1/2 sour cream mixture in the bottom of a casserole dish.
- Tear up 3 tortillas and spread over sour cream mixture.
- Put 1/2 the meat bean mixture over that.
- Add a layer of cheese.
- You could put some hot sauce on this now.
- Repeat the layers.
- Sprinkle cheese over the top and bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 20-30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.6, Fat 21, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 46.3, Sodium 1472.8, Carbohydrate 58.7, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 4.1, Protein 21.7
BREAKFAST BURRITO CASSEROLE
A friend gave me this burrito casserole recipe and I modified it to fit our family. It's perfect for a brunch, because you can prep it the night before and bake it the next morning. -Krista Yoder, Due West, South Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 55m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Whisk together eggs, milk, salt and pepper. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook and stir egg mixture over medium heat until thickened and no liquid egg remains; remove. , In the same skillet, cook and crumble sausage over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes; drain. Stir together sour cream and soup. Spread half the sour cream mixture in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with half the tortilla pieces, half the salsa, the scrambled eggs, the sausage, and the remaining tortillas and sour cream mixture. Top with remaining salsa; sprinkle with cheeses., Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 30-35 minutes. If desired, serve with enchilada sauce and sliced green onions., To Make Ahead: Refrigerate unbaked casserole, covered, several hours or overnight. To use, preheat oven to 350°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake as directed, increasing time by 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 506 calories, Fat 34g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 243mg cholesterol, Sodium 1419mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.
BURRITO CASSEROLE
This is a very moist and delicious burrito casserole. Kids love it and you can add all your favorite burrito toppings like sour cream, extra cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, black olives...The sky's the limit to satisfy your Tex-Mex taste buds! Enjoy!
Provided by Renee
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add beef and increase heat to medium-high. Cook and stir until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
- Combine refried beans and burrito seasoning in a bowl and mix well. Add mixture to the beef in the skillet and stir well.
- Mix cream of mushroom soup and sour cream together in a bowl.
- Place a layer of chips into the prepared casserole dish to just cover the bottom. Follow by 1/2 the meat mixture, 1/2 the soup mixture, 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, and 1/2 the salsa. Repeat layers and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, until hot and bubbly, 20 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 calories, Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Cholesterol 57.7 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 932 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
QUICK AND EASY BURRITO CASSEROLE
Simple and easy burrito dish with lots of flavor that my kiddos LOVE. If I have a busy schedule and not a lot of time to whip up a hearty meal, this recipe is my go to! Enjoy! Serve with sour cream and hot sauce.
Provided by Kayla Brown
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Add taco seasoning and water; cook and stir until meat is coated, about 5 minutes more. Add enchilada sauce, refried beans, and corn; stir to combine.
- Place a layer of tortilla strips in the bottom of a baking dish. Top with a layer of meat mixture, more tortilla strips, and Mexican cheese; repeat layers as necessary. End with a layer of Mexican cheese.
- Bake in the oven until cheese is melted and golden, 8 to 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 822.8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g
EASY BURRITO CASSEROLE
Casseroles are comfort and this Burrito Casserole is no different. Make this baked version of your favorite chicken burrito for dinner this week and your family will love you for it!
Provided by Wanda Abraham
Categories Entree Dinner Ingredient
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 743 kcal, Carbohydrate 76 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 47 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1742 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 27 g, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
QUICK & EASY BEAN BURRITO CASSEROLE
I got these from Razzle Dazzle Recipes and they are delicious and fairly low fat. I modified a few ingredients to suit our tastes and you can serve them with whatever garnish you like.
Provided by Little Bee
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 12 Burritos, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- To make the filling:.
- In a large heavy skillet cook the onion and the garlic in the oil over moderately low heat, stirring, until the onion is softened, add the beans, and mash about half of them coarse with a potato masher.
- Add the tomato sauce, the cumin, the chilies, chili powder, and salt and black pepper to taste, simmer the mixture, stirring, for 5-7 minutes, or until it is slightly thickened.
- Working with 1 warmed tortilla at a time (keep the others covered while working with each) spread about 3 tablespoons of the filling down the center of each tortilla.
- Working from the sides fold in the ends and then roll the tortillas enclosing the filling.
- Arrange the burritos, seam sides down, in one layer in a baking dish, sprinkle them with the Monterey Jack, and bake them, covered with foil, in the middle of a preheated 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes.
- Sprinkle with green onions and serve with sour cream and salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 483.3, Fat 12.4, SaturatedFat 2.5, Sodium 803.7, Carbohydrate 76.6, Fiber 12.5, Sugar 5.3, Protein 17.5
Tips:
- To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and bake it according to the recipe instructions. Then, let it cool completely and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat it in a 350°F oven until it's warmed through.
- If you don't have any salsa on hand, you can use a can of diced tomatoes with green chilies instead. Just be sure to drain the tomatoes before adding them to the casserole.
- To add a little extra flavor to the casserole, try using a flavored tortilla, such as a spinach tortilla or a sun-dried tomato tortilla.
- Top your casserole with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, or diced tomatoes.
Conclusion:
This Burrito Casserole is a quick and easy meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice, beans, and meat. With a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give this Burrito Casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!
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