Mexican Lasagna Recipe

Name: Mexican Lasagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 vegetable oil cooking spray; 2 lbs ground beef; 1 (6 ounce) can green chilies; 1 (6 ounce) can sliced jalapeno peppers (chopped); 1 cup chopped onion; garlic powder (to taste but I use fresh garlic); 1 teaspoon cumin; 3 (18 ounce) cans ranch-style pinto beans; 2 (10 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup; 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce; 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes; 15 -18 corn tortillas (pan fry in oil to soften); sour cream, for garnish (optional); cheese (AS MUCH AS YOU WANT)

Servings: persons

1 vegetable oil cooking spray
2 lbs ground beef
1 (6 ounce) can green chilies
1 (6 ounce) can sliced jalapeno peppers (chopped)
1 cup chopped onion
garlic powder (to taste but I use fresh garlic)
1 teaspoon cumin
3 (18 ounce) cans ranch-style pinto beans
2 (10 ounce) cans cream of chicken soup
1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel Tomatoes
15 -18 corn tortillas (pan fry in oil to soften)
sour cream, for garnish (optional)
cheese (AS MUCH AS YOU WANT)

1
Brown ground beef with onion and garlic and then drain.
2
Put beans in pot (juice and all) and simmer for 15 minutes.
3
Smoosh beans really well with a potato masher.
4
Add the following ingredients to the meat mixture: Cream of Chicken, Rotel, Jalapenos, cumin, green chilis and enchilada sauce.
5
Spray 9x13 pan with vegetable oil spray.
6
Layer meat, beans, cheese and tortillas until gone.
7
Top with more CHEESE!
8
Bake 1 hour at 350 degrees with a cookie sheet under casserole dish.
9
Flavor is enhanced; if prepared a day in advance.

1338

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 vegetable oil cooking spray, 2 lbs ground beef, 1 (6 ounce) can green chilies, 1 (6 ounce) can sliced jalapeno peppers (chopped), and more.

Yes, Mexican Lasagna falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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!

Mexican Lasagna

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Variations & substitutions

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