Mexican Fiesta Casserole

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 3
Mexican Fiesta Casserole with Ground Beef
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb lean ground beef
salt and pepper , to taste
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
2/3 cup mayonnaise
1/4 medium onion , finely chopped
2 cups Bisquick baking mix
1/2 cup water
2 medium tomatoes , thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 can sliced black olives , drained

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
657
Sugar
5g
Fat
50g
The Mexican Fiesta Casserole is a popular Tex-Mex dish in America. This casserole is packed with all of your favorite Mexican ingredients like ground beef, bell pepper, tomato, and cheese. The dough crust is the perfect vessel to hold all of the flavorful ingredients together, while the sour cream mixture and shredded cheese create a creamy, cheesy consistency that is sure to satisfy your hunger. This casserole is ideal for a cold winter day when you want something hearty and comforting to warm you up. Serve with a side of guacamole, salsa, or sour cream for an added touch of flavor.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until it begins to brown. Drain any excess fat.
3.Add salt, pepper, chili powder and onions. Cook until onions are translucent and fragrant.
4.Mix Bisquick mix and water in a separate bowl until dough forms. On a floured surface, knead the dough and roll it out into a rectangle.
5.Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, and half of the shredded cheese in a small bowl.
6.In a 9x13 inch baking dish, press the dough onto the bottom and up the sides. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the dough.
7.Layer the cooked beef mixture, bell peppers, tomatoes, and black olives over the cheese.
8.Spread the sour cream mixture evenly over the top.
9.Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
10.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

Mexican Fiesta Casserole is delicious, cheesy, and flavorful.
It’s a one-pan dish that’s easy to prepare, and leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated the following day.

This recipe is a great way to sneak veggies into your meal while still indulging in a comfort food.

CONS

It is high in calories, fat, and sodium, which makes it an occasional treat rather than a daily meal.

The Bisquick baking mix and mayonnaise also make it less of a healthy option.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy on its own, the Mexican Fiesta Casserole can be modified by using ground turkey or chicken instead of beef, and by reducing the amount of cheese and mayonnaise added. This recipe is a great source of protein and vegetables, which helps you to get your daily nutrient requirements. Black olives contain healthy monounsaturated fats and antioxidants that have been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease.

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