Tk’s Mexican Green Chili Casserole

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 12

Tk's Mexican Green Chili Casserole for a zesty dinner option

by The Chefin Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 -2 lb ground beef ( depending upon how much beef you like in yours . )
	2 cups grated Mexican blend cheese ( ie ( jack and cheddar )
	2 cans chopped New Mexico green chilies
	1 can whole New Mexico green chilies
	1 purple onion , chopped
	1 can Campbell 's Cream of Chicken Soup
	1 can Campbell 's cheddar cheese soup
	18 -24 corn tortillas

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

Fat

27g

Tk's Mexican Green Chili Casserole is a zesty and flavorful meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. The combination of ground beef, green chilies, and cheese creates a hearty and satisfying meal that is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. This casserole is also a great make-ahead option, as it can be assembled ahead of time and baked off just before dinner. Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a well-rounded and delicious meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through, then set aside.
3.	In a separate skillet, sauté the chopped onions until translucent.
4.	In a medium bowl, mix together both cans of chopped green chilies, cream of chicken soup, and cheddar cheese soup.
5.	Spread a thin layer of this mixture on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6.	Cover with a layer of tortillas, then add a layer of ground beef, onions, and cheese.
7.	Repeat this layering process until you have used up all the ingredients, making sure to end with a layer of cheese on top.
8.	Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
9.	Allow casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.

PROS

This casserole is a quick and easy dinner option that is sure to please the whole family.

The flavorful combination of green chilies, ground beef, and cheese creates a hearty and satisfying meal.

CONS

This casserole is not a low-calorie or low-fat option, and it is not ideal for those on a low-carb diet due to the use of corn tortillas.

It also contains canned soups that are high in sodium.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite its calorie and fat content, this casserole does offer some health benefits.
The green chilies used in this recipe are a good source of vitamin C and may help to boost metabolism and aid in weight loss.
The ground beef is a good source of protein and contains essential nutrients such as iron and vitamin B12.