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Cheesy Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole delights with ease!

Layered, cheesy, and full of bold Mexican flavors, this Cheesy Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole is a crowd-pleasing ground beef recipe that skips the rolling hassle of traditional enchiladas.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
  • 1 can (4.5 oz) diced green chiles
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce (red)
  • 12 corn or flour tortillas
  • 3 cups shredded Mexican blend or cheddar cheese
  • Toppings: sour cream, diced tomatoes, cilantro, avocado

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
  2. Brown ground beef with onion and garlic in a large skillet. Drain fat.
  3. Stir in black beans, green chiles, and 1 cup enchilada sauce. Simmer 5 minutes.
  4. Layer in the baking dish: tortillas, beef mixture, cheese, and sauce. Repeat layers, ending with cheese on top.
  5. Bake 20-25 minutes until bubbly and cheese is golden.
  6. Let rest 5 minutes, then add toppings and serve.

Notes

  • Make it spicier with jalapeños or milder for kids.
  • Great for meal prep!
  • One of the most comforting ground beef casserole recipes — pin it for taco night!

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Keywords: Cheesy Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole, Mexican Comfort Food, Ground Beef Recipe