Best 8 Three Layer Tortilla Casserole Recipes

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Three-layer tortilla casserole is an iconic Mexican dish that combines layers of tortillas, cheese and filling into a mouthwatering masterpiece. Originating from the Northern region of Mexico, it is known for its versatility and customizable nature, allowing for endless flavor combinations. This hearty casserole is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or special occasions and can be tailored to satisfy any palate. From traditional fillings like seasoned ground beef and cheese to innovative variations using shredded chicken, vegetables, and various sauces, the possibilities are endless. Whether you prefer a cheesy, spicy, or mild casserole, this guide will lead you through the steps of creating the perfect three-layer tortilla casserole that is sure to impress family and friends.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

LAYERED TORTILLA CASSEROLE



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I can remember how many times I have made this recipe and it always is a pleaser. Serve with rice or just as is with a small salad.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

nonstick cooking spray
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups prepared salsa
12 corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups shredded monterey jack pepper cheese, divided use
1 (7 ounce) can diced mild green chilies, undrained, divided use
4 eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 (8 3/4 ounce) can creamed corn
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
chopped cilantro
prepared salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Spray 9-by-13-inch baking pan with nonstick spray; set aside.
  • Heat oil in medium skillet on medium-high heat.
  • Add onion and garlic; cook until onion is softened.
  • Remove from heat and stir in salsa.
  • Place 6 tortillas in bottom of baking dish.
  • Top with half cheese and half canned chilies.
  • Top with onion-garlic-salsa mixture.
  • Cut remaining 6 tortillas into fourths and place on top.
  • Place remaining cheese and chilies on top.
  • In large bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, corn, salt, pepper, oregano and cumin.
  • Pour over top of casserole.
  • Using fork, lift and jiggle some of the top layer of tortillas, so some egg mixture drizzles down.
  • Bake in preheated oven 45 to 50 minutes or until top is set and browned.
  • Let rest 15 minutes.
  • If desired, garnish with fresh cilantro and tomato salsa.

SEVEN LAYER TORTILLA PIE



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Looks like a pie, cuts like a pie, and tastes like a little bit of Southwestern heaven. This casserole is made from pinto and black beans layered with tortillas and cheese. Picante sauce gives it just the right kick. You can replace the Cheddar cheese with Monterey Jack if you like.

Provided by KDCG

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup salsa, divided
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup chopped tomatoes
7 (8 inch) flour tortillas
2 cups shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
1 cup salsa
½ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mash pinto beans. Stir in 3/4 cup salsa and garlic.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together 1/4 cup salsa, cilantro, black beans and tomatoes.
  • Place 1 tortilla in a pie plate or tart dish. Spread 3/4 cup pinto bean mixture over tortilla to within 1/2 inch of edge. Top with 1/4 cup cheese, and cover with another tortilla. Spread with 2/3 cup black bean mixture, and top with 1/4 cup cheese. Repeat layering twice. Cover with remaining tortilla, and spread with remaining pinto bean mixture and cheese.
  • Cover with foil, and bake in preheated oven for about 40 minutes. Cut into wedges, and serve with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405.1 calories, Carbohydrate 54.8 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 21.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.3 g, Sodium 1325.3 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

LAYERED TORTILLA PIE



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This is a nice dish for potluck dinners and picnics-my family really devours it whenever I serve it! My sister used to serve tortilla pie at the hunting and fishing lodge she operated in Colorado.-Delma Snyder, McCook, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained, optional
1 tablespoon butter
6 corn tortillas (6 inches)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup water

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomato sauce, garlic, chili powder, salt, pepper and, if desired, olives. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 5 minutes or until thickened. , Lightly butter tortillas on one side; place one tortilla, buttered side down, in a 2-qt. round casserole. Top with about 1/2 cup meat mixture and 1/3 cup cheese. Repeat layers, ending with cheese., Pour water around the sides of casserole (not over top). Cover and bake at 400° for 20 minutes or until heated through. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 82mg cholesterol, Sodium 722mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

MEXICAN GROUND BEEF TORTILLA LAYER CASSEROLE



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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

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
2 -4 teaspoons cumin (or to taste)
salt and black pepper
2 (10 ounce) cans red enchilada sauce
1 (15 ounce) can black beans (rinsed and well drained)
2 cups frozen corn
9 corn tortillas
2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese, divided (can use more or less)
2 plum tomatoes, finely chopped
sour cream
green onion
coarsley crushed tortilla chips

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!

HEARTY TORTILLA CASSEROLE



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Being single, I often halve this recipe to yield a meal for one plus a lunch I can take to work. When co-workers remark on how good it looks, I ask them over to try it, then pass along the recipe. It's hot but not overpowering. -Terri Nelson, Warren, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 2-4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1/3 cup water
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 to 2 Anaheim or Poblano chilies, roasted, peeled and finely chopped or 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/8 teaspoon salt
4 flour tortillas (8 inches)
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Sour cream and salsa, optional

Steps:

  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook beef until no longer pink; drain. Add taco seasoning and water. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes; remove from the heat and set aside. , In a saucepan, saute onion, chilies, jalapeno and garlic in oil until tender, about 8 minutes. , Stir in cream and salt. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes. , Spread 3 tablespoons sauce in an ungreased 8-in. round or square baking dish. Spread about 2 teaspoons sauce on each tortilla; layer with beans, beef mixture and 2 tablespoons of each kind of cheese. Roll up and place seam side down in baking dish. Top with remaining sauce. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses; bake 5 minutes longer. Serve with sour cream and salsa if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 657 calories, Fat 35g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 1442mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

TORTILLA CASSEROLE



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Categories     Salad     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Summer     Vegan

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

One 15-to 16-ounce can pinto, pink, or black beans, drained and rinsed
One 15-to 16-ounce can crushed tomatoes
One 4-ounce can chopped mild green chiles
2 cups frozen corn kernels, thawed
2 scallions, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Oil for the dish
10 corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups grated vegan Monterey Jack, Cheddar or nacho cheese
Steamed vegetables, optional (see Variation)
Salsa (red or green)
Vegan Sour Cream (page 213), optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Combine the beans, tomatoes, chiles, corn, scallions, cumin, and oregano in a mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly.
  • Lightly oil a wide, shallow 2-quart rectangular or round casserole and layer as follows: 5 tortillas, overlapping one another; half of the bean mixture; half of the cheese; and the optional vegetable layer. Repeat the tortilla, bean, and cheese layers.
  • Bake the casserole for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly. Let stand for a minute or two, then cut into squares or wedges to serve. Pass the salsa and optional sour cream for topping.
  • variation
  • For the optional vegetable layer, use either 10 to 12 ounces lightly steamed and well-drained baby spinach or lightly sautéed thin slices of zucchini and/or yellow summer squash; you'll need two medium squashes for this.
  • menu suggestions
  • If you're not making the optional squash layer in the casserole, Zucchini and Summer Squash Sauté (page 209) is a good side dish with this meal. If you want the meal to be more substantial, cook some quinoa while the casserole is in the oven. Add some curly lettuce and cherry or grape tomatoes to garnish the plate.
  • Serve with microwaved white or sweet potatoes and Creole Coleslaw (page 178). Or, to keep this meal as easy as possible, serve with a simple green salad rather than the slaw.
  • nutrition information
  • Calories: 295
  • Total Fat: 10g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Sodium: 315mg

MEXICAN CASSEROLE WITH TORTILLAS



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Green chile peppers, leftover cubed chicken breast, creamy soups, milk, sour cream and cheese make this a spicy, creamy casserole treat. This easy casserole is all my family requests! It can be made more or less spicy, depending on your preference and is equally as tasty if you use all low-fat ingredients.

Provided by Katherine

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers, drained
¼ cup milk
⅔ cup sour cream
8 (6 inch) flour tortillas
6 boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and cubed
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl combine the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, chile peppers, milk and sour cream; mix until well blended. Place a layer of tortilla strips in the bottom of a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Layer as follows: 1/2 of the soup mixture, 1/2 of the chicken, 1/2 of the shredded cheese. Repeat until ingredients are all used, ending with a layer of shredded cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes covered, then remove cover and bake an additional 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 103.6 mg, Fat 26.6 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 34.8 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 1103.2 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

THREE-LAYER TORTILLA CASSEROLE



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Categories     Vegetable     Dinner

Number Of Ingredients 15

Vegetable oil cooking spray
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
½ cup vegetable broth
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 large red onion, chopped
2 cups chopped zucchini
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
Sea salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 (8-inch) whole wheat tortillas
¾ cup prepared chunky salsa

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Coat a 10-inch pie plate with cooking spray and set aside. 2. Add the beans, ¼ cup broth, garlic, oregano, and cayenne to a food processor or blender and blend until smooth but thick. Set aside. 3. Heat the remaining ¼ cup broth in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for 5 minutes. Put in the zucchini and corn and sauté for 3 minutes. Add the cumin and cilantro and sauté for 1 minute. Season with salt and black pepper. 4. Place one tortilla in the prepared pie plate. Spread about one-third of the bean mixture over the tortilla. Using a slotted spoon, add one-third of the vegetable mixture on top of the beans. Add one-third of the salsa over the vegetables and top with another tortilla. Make two more layers in the same fashion, to make a total of three layers. 5. Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes. Cut into wedges to serve.

Tips:

  • To make the tortillas more pliable, wrap them in a damp paper towel and microwave them for 30 seconds at a time until they are softened.
  • If you don't have a blender, you can mash the avocado with a fork.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and then refrigerate it for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to serve, bake it according to the recipe instructions.
  • Garnish the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

This three-layer tortilla casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck. The combination of creamy avocado, tender chicken, and melted cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. With a few simple tips, you can make this casserole even more delicious and enjoyable. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this three-layer tortilla casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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