Microwave Mexican Casserole Recipe

Name: Microwave Mexican Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. ground beef; 1/2 c. chopped green pepper; 1/2 c. chopped onion; 1 pkg. taco seasoning; 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce; 1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste; 1/2 c. chopped olives, pitted; 1/4 c. water; 1/2 tsp. chili powder; 1 c. sour cream; 2 eggs; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 2 c. Monterey Jack cheese, shredded; 2 tortillas

Servings: persons

1 lb. ground beef
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
1/2 c. chopped onion
1 pkg. taco seasoning
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
1/2 c. chopped olives, pitted
1/4 c. water
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1 c. sour cream
2 eggs
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 c. Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
2 tortillas

1
Cook, crumble meat.
2
Add peppers and onions.
3
Cook on medium high heat until done (about 10 minutes).
4
Stir; drain.
5
Mix in taco seasoning, sauce, paste, water and chili powder.
6
Cook on medium heat until thickened.
7
In a separate bowl, combine sour cream, eggs and pepper.
8
In a glass dish (8 x 10-inch), put 2 tortillas down, half the meat mixture, then 1/2 sour cream.
9
Repeat and sprinkle with cheese.
10
Microwave 10 to 15 minutes until cheese is melted.

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* 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 lb. ground beef, 1/2 c. chopped green pepper, 1/2 c. chopped onion, 1 pkg. taco seasoning, and more.

Yes, Microwave Mexican Casserole falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Microwave Mexican Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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