Easy Enchilada Casserole Recipe

Name: Easy Enchilada Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds Ground Beef; Salt And Pepper, to taste; 2 cloves Garlic, To Taste; 1 dash Ground Cumin, To Taste (optional); 1 dash Crushed Red Pepper Flakes, To Taste (optional); 1- 1/2 can (10 Oz. Can) Enchilada Sauce; 1 can (6 Oz. Can) Chopped Green Chilies; 1 pound Shredded Cheese (cheddar Or Mexican Blend); 12 whole Corn Tortillas; Tomatoes, Lettuce, Sour Cream, Salsa (optional, For Serving)

Servings: persons

1
Brown meat over medium heat, adding in all spices to taste.
2
Drain meat and return to pan.
3
While meat is browning, pour just enough enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 pan.
4
You dont want a lot of sauce on the bottom.
5
Layer about half of the meat on the bottom, spread the green chilies on top and then layer half of the cheddar cheese on top.
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Then take remaining enchilada sauce and put in a bowl/pan and dip a corn tortilla in the sauce before layering on top of the cheese layer.
7
Repeat with five more corn tortillas and they should overlap each other when you layer them.
8
Repeat layers again: meat, cheese, enchilada-dipped corn tortillas.
9
Pour leftover enchilada sauce on top and then sprinkle with cheese.
10
Bake in the oven at 400 degrees until cheese is melted and corn tortillas have reached desired crispiness.
11
I like mine on the crispy side, so I leave them in there for 15-20 minutes.
12
Serve when cooled.
13
Great topped with any number of things such lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream.
14
My husband loves them with salsa.
15
Enjoy!

1394

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Fat

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds Ground Beef, Salt And Pepper, to taste, 2 cloves Garlic, To Taste, 1 dash Ground Cumin, To Taste (optional), and more.

Yes, Easy Enchilada Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easy Enchilada Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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