Homemade Enchilada Casserole is definitely a family favorite! My family likes it because it’s full of those wonderful Mexican flavors. I love it, because I can whip it up super quickly and know everyone will be happy and full of healthy ingredients.
Beyond being a quick and easy weeknight meal, you can also dress it up for when family stops by. Add some sides such as Spanish rice or a salad if you like. Nice and simple.
Enchilada Casserole Step by Step with Pictures:
Not the best pictures in the world, but they’re what I have on hand (I will update this now that I’m a slightly better food photographer).
Cook the beef, onion, and taco seasoning in skillet over medium heat until the meat is fully cooked.
Add the tomatoes and beans.
I cook my own pinto beans until soft and then blend them in a blender, freezing in jars until I am ready to use them, but you can grab a can of pinto beans and smash them in a separate skillet with a potato masher or use premade refried beans.
Once most of liquid is cooked off of the meat mixture, remove the skillet from heat and scoop half of the mixture into a large casserole dish.
Place 4 tortillas over meat mixture and then sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the tortillas. Repeat.
Bake in a 400 degrees Fahrenheit oven for 10-15 minutes or until the top begins to brown. Enjoy!
Easy Enchilada Casserole
Equipment
- 1 utility knife
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- ¼ cup homemade taco seasoning , see below
- 1 large onion , chopped
- 32 ounces diced tomatoes , or 4 cups
- 32 ounces refried beans , or 4 cups
- 8 homemade tortillas , or store bought if needed
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese , shredded
Instructions
- Cook beef, onion, and taco seasoning in skillet over medium heat until meat is fully cooked.1 pound ground beef, 1/4 cup homemade taco seasoning, 1 large onion
- Add diced tomatoes and refried beans.32 ounces diced tomatoes, 32 ounces refried beans
- Remove from heat and add half of mixture into a 9in x 13in casserole dish.
- Place 4 tortillas over meat mixture and then sprinkle half of shredded cheese over the tortillas. Repeat.8 homemade tortillas, 8 ounces cheddar cheese
- Bake in a 400 degree Fahrenheit oven for 15-20 minutes or until top begins to brown.
Taco Seasoning
I use this taco seasoning in the enchilada casserole recipe, as well as when we eat burritos, tacos, or quesadillas. Sometimes I’ll throw some in when I’m making rise as well. Some people use spices, but not herbs….but you can’t make real Mexican food without at least oregano!! Oregano and Chili powder goes great together.
Homemade Taco Seasoning
Equipment
Ingredients
- ½ cup chili powder
- ¼ cup onion powder
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon paprika powder
- 1 tablespoon salt
Instructions
- Put all ingredients in a jar and shake. Mine has always stayed nice and has never clumped together.
- Shake well before use to make sure everything is mixed well.
- Use 3-4 tablespoons (depending on taste) for every 1 pound of ground beef.
Nutrition
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