Description
Mexican Layered Casserole is a delicious and comforting dish that combines savory layers of seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, crunchy tortilla chips, and gooey cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends, this casserole is easy to make and customizable based on your pantry staples. With every bite, you’ll experience a delightful mix of flavors and textures that will keep everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups refried beans (canned or homemade)
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
- 1 cup salsa
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat for 5-7 minutes; drain excess grease.
- Stir in taco seasoning and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Layer half the refried beans in the baking dish, followed by half the ground beef, half the tortilla chips, half the cheese, and half the salsa. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg