Paula Deen’s Baked Beef Enchilada Casserole

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 6
Paula Deen's mouth-watering Baked Beef Enchilada Casserole recipe
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1 large onion , chopped
3 garlic cloves , minced
1 lb ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
2 cans creamy chicken verde soup
1 can chopped green chilies
1 1/2 dozen corn tortillas , divided ( I prefer flour tortillas )
2 cans red enchilada sauce , divided
1 can refried beans
4 cups monterey jack cheese , shredded
black olives , sliced ( optional )
red pepper , curls ( optional )
green pepper , curls ( optional )
yellow pepper , curls ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8-10
Calories
578
Sugar
6g
Fat
38g
Paula Deen's Baked Beef Enchilada Casserole is a traditional Mexican dish that has been elevated to the next level with the addition of creamy chicken verde soup. This casserole is packed with flavor from the spices, tender beef, gooey cheese, and tortillas that are held together with a rich and spicy enchilada sauce. It is loaded with vegetables and beans, making it a wholesome and nutritious choice for dinner.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until softened, approximately 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
3.Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon.
4.Drain off any excess fat and add the chili powder, kosher salt, ground red pepper, creamy chicken verde soup, and chopped green chilies. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
5.In a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish, place 6 tortillas or more (depending on size), overlapping each other. Spread half of the beef mixture on top of the tortillas. Drizzle half of the enchilada sauce over the meat.
6.Spread an even layer of refried beans over the sauce. Cover the beans with a layer of shredded cheese.
7.Add another layer of tortillas, overlapping each other, followed by the remaining beef mixture. Drizzle the remaining enchilada sauce over the beef, then top with an even layer of shredded cheese.
8.Garnish your casserole with sliced black olives, red, yellow, green pepper curls.
9.Bake the casserole for 30-35 minutes or until cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This hearty and delicious casserole is an all-in-one meal that is perfect for any night of the week.

It is a crowd-pleaser and great for feeding a large family or group of friends.

The addition of vegetables and beans makes it a healthy and balanced meal.

CONS

The cheese and refried beans in this dish can increase the calorie and fat content.

It is important to be mindful of portion sizes and enjoy this meal in moderation as part of a healthy diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This casserole is packed with protein and fiber, making it a satisfying and filling meal.
The added vegetables and beans provide important vitamins and nutrients, such as vitamin C and folate.
Chili powder is known to have anti-inflammatory properties and can aid in improving digestion.

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