Easy Enchilada Casserole
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5.0
138 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
8 servings (9x13 pan)
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Calories
424 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Tex-Mex, Mexican-American Fusion
Easy Enchilada Casserole
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It's almost Cinco de Mayo - time for something festive, delicious, and easy like this foolproof Easy Enchilada Casserole. No need to roll tortillas one at a time; just layer up all the good stuff.
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Ingredients
- 2 TB olive oil
- 1 lb lean ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 onion chopped
- 6 cloves garlic chopped
- 2 cups chunky salsa thicker the better
- 16 oz refried beans
- 1 ½ cups enchilada sauce
- 1 cup sliced olives
- 18 whole corn tortillas 6-inch size, sliced in half
- 4 cups Mexican blend shredded cheese
- Garnishes: chopped green onions or chives, diced avocado, salsa, or sour cream.
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Instructions
For the Sauce
- In large, heavy skillet, sauté onion and garlic with olive oil for one minute. Add ground meat and cook until browned. Drain if needed.
- Stir in salsa, refried beans, enchilada sauce, and olives. Bring to a boil, and immediately reduce to simmer. Cook and stir for 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
To Assemble
- Layer half of the corn tortillas on bottom of a greased 13x9 baking dish. Cover with half of the meat sauce. Sprinkle on half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
- Cover tightly with foil, and bake 20 minutes at 375F. Remove cover and bake another 5 minutes until cheese is nicely melted. Garnish as desired and serve hot.
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- Serve with crispy tortilla chips and homemade guacamole on the side. Pico de Gallo is fantastic as well.
- Feel free to assemble enchilada casserole the night before. Cover, refrigerate, and bake wen you're ready. You may need to add a bit of bake time if casserole is cold from the start. If you enjoyed this recipe, please come back and give it a rating. We ❤️ hearing from you!
Nutrition Information
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Calories
424kcal
(21%)
Carbohydrates
20g
(7%)
Protein
29g
(58%)
Fat
26g
(40%)
Saturated Fat
11g
(55%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
11g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
73mg
(24%)
Sodium
780mg
(33%)
Potassium
427mg
(12%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
1054IU
(21%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
707mg
(71%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings (9x13 pan)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 424 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 424kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 73mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 780mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 427mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1054IU | 21% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 707mg | 71% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
138 reviews
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