Chimichurri Burrito Casserole

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 13

Make a mouthwatering Chimichurri Burrito Casserole for dinner tonight!

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

463

Sugar

Fat

22g

Chimichurri Burrito Casserole is a Tex-Mex inspired dish that combines all the flavors of a classic burrito in casserole form. It's packed with seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and cheese, all layered between warm flour tortillas. The chimichurri seasoning gives it a spicy kick, while the tomato sauce adds a richness that ties everything together. This dish is perfect for a family dinner or a potluck with friends.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
2.	In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain off excess grease.
3.	Stir in the chimichurri seasoning, tomato sauce, black beans, and corn into the skillet. Add water and bring to a boil.
4.	Let simmer for 5 minutes.
5.	In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer the tortillas, then beef mixture, and cheese until you run out of ingredients.
6.	Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
7.	Serve with a dollop of sour cream and sliced avocado.
8.

PROS

Chimichurri Burrito Casserole is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
It’s flavorful and delicious, with the perfect amount of spice.
Plus, the leftovers make for a great lunch the next day.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat.
It also contains a lot of sodium due to the canned ingredients.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains black beans and corn, both of which are excellent sources of fiber and protein. The tomato sauce is also rich in vitamin C and lycopene, which has antioxidant properties. However, due to its high caloric and sodium content, it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

	1 packet chimichurri seasoning ( Made by Lawry 's )
	1 1/2 cups water
	2 cans tomato sauce
	1 lb ground beef
	1 can black beans , rinsed and drained
	1 can corn , drained
	8 flour tortillas , warmed
	1 1/2 cups Mexican blend cheese , shredded