Spice it up: For an extra kick, add a finely chopped jalapeño to the sautéing vegetables, or increase the red pepper flakes. Cheese variations: Feel free to experiment with other cheeses like Pepper Jack for added zest, or a Mexican cheese blend for a more authentic flavor. Make-ahead option: Assemble the casserole ahead of time, cover, and refrigerate. Add about 10-15 minutes to the baking time when cooking from cold. Serving suggestions: Offer a variety of toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges.
Cheesy Chilada Casserole
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME55 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 35 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS24
Dive into this comforting Cheesy Chilada Casserole, a fiesta of flavors layered in a simple baking dish. It's a customizable canvas for your spice preferences, perfect for a casual weeknight dinner or a potluck centerpiece.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate34 g
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Cholesterol79 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein27 g
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Saturated Fat13 g
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Sodium1106 mg
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Sugar7 g
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Fat26 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01
Step
0 mins
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
02
Step
4 mins
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper in hot oil until softening, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and continue to sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute more.
03
Step
17 mins
Break ground beef into small chunks and add to the pot; cook, stirring frequently, until the beef is completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain grease from the pot and return to heat.
04
Step
15 mins
Stir pinto beans, tomato sauce, picante sauce, cumin, chili powder, cilantro, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper into the beef mixture; bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook at a simmer until the flavors blend, about 15 minutes.
05
Step
0 mins
Spoon enough of the beef mixture into the bottom of a 13x9-inch baking dish to cover. Arrange 6 tortillas atop the beef mixture. Sprinkle 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese and 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese in a layer to cover the tortillas. Arrange remaining 6 tortillas atop the cheese layer; top with remaining meat mixture. Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
06
Step
35 mins
Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the aluminum foil and sprinkle the remaining Monterey Jack cheese and Cheddar cheese over the top. Continue baking until the cheese is melted, 5 to 10 minutes. Let cool for 10 minutes before cutting; top with lettuce and tomato.
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Guy Ankunding
May 20, 2025This casserole was a hit at our family gathering! I added some black olives and it was delicious!
Dudley Herman
Apr 10, 2025Easy to follow and tastes great. I used ground turkey instead of beef and it was still amazing.
Aubrey Blanda
Mar 16, 2025I love that this recipe is so adaptable. I used different beans and a spicier salsa to make it my own.