Description
This Layered Burrito Casserole is everything you love about a loaded burrito, stacked into a cheesy, oven-baked dish that’s perfect for feeding a crowd. With seasoned beef, beans, tortillas, and cheese, it’s a satisfying meal that’s both easy to prep and bursting with Tex-Mex flavor. Great for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or make-ahead meals.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1/4 cup water
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes (with green chilies if desired)
1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn
6 medium flour tortillas (8-inch)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water. Stir to coat.
4. Stir in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and corn. Simmer for 5–7 minutes.
5. Spread a small amount of the beef mixture on the bottom of the baking dish.
6. Place a layer of tortillas over the beef. Tear to fit as needed.
7. Spread more beef mixture over tortillas, followed by sour cream and cheese.
8. Repeat layers: tortillas, beef, sour cream, cheese.
9. Finish with a top layer of cheese.
10. Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
11. Uncover and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.
12. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Top with cilantro if desired.
Notes
Let the casserole cool slightly before cutting for best results. You can prep and freeze it ahead of time for a quick and comforting dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: burrito casserole, layered burrito, Tex-Mex bake