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Easy Mexican Casserole

Easy Mexican Casserole takes all the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine—seasoned ground beef, tender beans, corn, salsa, and gooey cheese—and layers them into a one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or potlucks.
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ lbs ground beef
  • 2 –3 cups crushed tortilla chips
  • 1 can Rotel drained
  • 1 can red kidney beans drained
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 1 Tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • ½ cup chopped green onions
  • 2 small Roma tomatoes chopped
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sauté the ground beef until fully browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
  3. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional minute to release the spices’ aroma.
  4. Add the drained Rotel and kidney beans, and simmer for 5 minutes until heated through.
  5. Spread the crushed tortilla chips evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  6. Layer the meat and bean mixture over the tortilla chips.
  7. Spread the sour cream evenly over the meat layer.
  8. Top with chopped tomatoes and green onions, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 30–40 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted.
  10. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
  11. Enjoy!