Description
Comforting creamy burrito casserole brings Mexican-inspired layers of cheesy goodness to your dinner table. Quick and easy preparation makes this hearty dish perfect for busy weeknights when hunger calls and satisfaction matters.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can refried beans
- 1 cup shredded chicken
Dairy
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can diced green chiles
- 6 large tortillas
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 can enchilada sauce
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish with a light coating of cooking spray.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbly pieces until no pink remains.
- Drain excess fat from the beef, then mix in taco seasoning, minced garlic, and diced onions, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Layer the bottom of the baking dish with tortillas, creating a complete base coverage by slightly overlapping them.
- Spread a uniform layer of refried beans directly over the tortilla base, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Add the seasoned ground beef as the next layer, followed by shredded chicken for a protein-rich foundation.
- Sprinkle diced green chiles and pour half of the enchilada sauce across the meat layers for added moisture and flavor.
- Create a creamy mixture by combining sour cream and heavy cream, then drizzle evenly over the casserole.
- Generously distribute shredded cheddar cheese across the entire surface, covering all previous layers.
- Top with salsa and sprinkle chopped cilantro for fresh, vibrant notes.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until the cheese melts completely and edges become golden and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow layers to set and flavors to meld.
- Garnish with additional cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef or turkey for a healthier protein option that reduces overall fat content.
- Replace traditional tortillas with low-carb alternatives like cauliflower or spinach wraps for a keto-friendly version.
- Customize heat levels by selecting mild, medium, or hot taco seasoning and green chiles to suit individual spice preferences.
- Prepare casserole components ahead of time and assemble just before baking to streamline meal preparation for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 20 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 41 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 37 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg