Mexican Quesadilla Casserole

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 2
Tasty Mexican Quesadilla Casserole that's quick and easy
in Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

cooking spray
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can tomato sauce
1 can black beans , rinsed and drained
1 can whole kernel sweet corn , drained
1 can chopped green chiles , drained
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
505
Sugar
6g
Fat
26g
This Mexican Quesadilla Casserole is a delicious and hearty dish that's perfect for family dinners or entertaining. The casserole is made with layers of tortillas, ground beef, black bean, corn, green chiles, and cheddar cheese, resulting in a cheesy and filling meal. The spices used in this dish add depth of flavor and give the casserole a bit of a kick. Because it's a one-dish meal, it's perfect for potlucks or even for meal prepping. This casserole is perfect for those who love Mexican food but want a quick and easy meal that doesn't require a lot of prep and cleanup time.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
2.Cook beef and onions in a large skillet over medium heat until beef is browned, stirring often, 8 to 10 minutes.
3.Drain excess grease from beef and onions. Stir in tomato sauce, black beans, corn, green chiles, chili powder, cumin, garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes; mix well.
4.Layer 3 tortillas on the bottom of the baking dish in a single layer.
5.Spread an even layer of the beef mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle with 1/3 of the Cheddar cheese.
6.Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, beef mixture and cheese.
7.Bake uncovered in preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly on top.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for busy nights.

The combination of beef, beans, corn, and cheese is hearty and filling.

The dish can easily be prepared in advance and baked when needed.

CONS

This casserole is relatively high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

If you don’t like spicy foods, you may want to adjust the amount of chili powder and red pepper flakes used in this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of protein, thanks to the ground beef and black beans.
The corn used in this recipe is packed with nutrients, including fiber, vitamin C, and folate.
Green chiles contain capsaicin, a compound with anti-inflammatory properties, and are beneficial for heart health.

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