Mexican Casserole.

By deiv3 on July 21, 2024

Mexican Casserole Recipe

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef or turkey
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper, diced
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
Optional toppings: chopped fresh cilantro, diced avocado, sour cream, salsa

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until browned. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the black beans, corn kernels, diced tomatoes, and diced green chilies. Add the taco seasoning mix and stir until everything is well combined. Cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Transfer the meat and vegetable mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the mixture in the baking dish.
Scatter the crushed tortilla chips over the cheese layer.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden brown.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the Mexican Casserole hot, garnished with optional toppings such as chopped fresh cilantro, diced avocado, sour cream, or salsa.
Enjoy this delicious and satisfying meal with family and friends!

This Mexican Casserole is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for feeding a crowd. It's a family-friendly dish that's sure to become a favorite in your household!