Description
Burrito Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, layering seasoned ground beef or turkey, vibrant vegetables, and gooey cheese all wrapped in tortillas. This delightful dish is perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or game nights, bringing the fiesta right to your table. With its customizable ingredients and quick preparation, you can enjoy a delicious meal that satisfies every craving.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 6 medium flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup salsa (spicy or mild)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 cup diced sweet onion
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in diced onion and bell peppers; cook for about 5 minutes until tender. Add cumin and chili powder.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the tortillas, followed by half of the meat mixture, black beans, and salsa. Repeat layers.
- Top with shredded cheese. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg