Best Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole

Best Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole 

This Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole delivers all the bold flavors of classic enchiladas—savory seasoned beef, rich enchilada sauce, tender tortillas, and loads of melted cheese—without the rolling. It’s easy, hearty, and perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or make-ahead meals.

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⭐ Why This Is the BEST Enchilada Casserole

• Big enchilada flavor, no rolling required

• Juicy, perfectly seasoned ground beef

• Melty cheese in every bite

• Freezer-friendly & reheats beautifully

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🛒 Ingredients

Beef Filling

• 1½ lbs (700 g) ground beef (80/20 for best flavor)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 medium onion, finely chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp chili powder

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp dried oregano

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

Casserole Layers

• 12 small corn tortillas (or 6 large, halved)

• 2 cups red enchilada sauce (homemade or quality store-bought)

• 2 cups shredded Mexican-blend cheese (or cheddar + Monterey Jack)

Optional Add-Ins (Highly Recommended)

• 1 cup black beans, rinsed

• 1 cup corn kernels

• 1 small can diced green chilies

Toppings (After Baking)

• Sour cream

• Chopped cilantro

• Diced avocado or guacamole

• Sliced jalapeños

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Ground Beef

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

• Add onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened.

• Add garlic; cook 30 seconds until fragrant.

• Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up well.

• Drain excess fat if needed.

• Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.

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2️⃣ Assemble the Casserole

• Spread ½ cup enchilada sauce on the bottom of the dish.

• Layer:

  • ⅓ of tortillas

  • ½ of beef mixture

  • ½ of beans/corn/chilies (if using)

  • ⅓ of enchilada sauce

  • ⅓ of cheese

• Repeat layers once.

• Finish with remaining tortillas, sauce, and cheese.

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3️⃣ Bake

• Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.

• Remove foil and bake 15–20 minutes until bubbly and lightly golden.

• Rest 10 minutes before slicing.

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Mexican rice or cilantro-lime rice

• Refried beans or charro beans

• Simple green salad with lime vinaigrette

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🔥 Pro Tips for Best Results

• Use 80/20 ground beef for juicy flavor

• Lightly warm tortillas so they layer easily

• Let rest before cutting for clean slices

• Add extra sauce if you like it saucier

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🧊 Make-Ahead & Freezer Instructions

• Make Ahead: Assemble, cover, refrigerate up to 24 hours

• Freeze: Unbaked, tightly wrapped, up to 3 months

• Bake from Frozen: Cover and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 60–70 minutes

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🌶️ Delicious Variations

• Spicy: Add chipotle powder or hot enchilada sauce

• Creamy: Swirl in ½ cup sour cream or crema

• Low-Carb: Use low-carb tortillas

• Chicken Swap: Replace beef with shredded chicken

OTHER RECIPES

A best ground beef recipe to try ! 

Ingredients: 

 * 1 pound lean ground beef 

 * 1/2 cup chopped onion 

 * 1 can (about 10 ounces) red enchilada sauce 

 * 1 can (10 1/2 ounce) condensed cream of mushroom soup 

 * 1 can (10 1/4 ounce) cream of chicken soup 

 * 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chile peppers 

 * 1 cup milk 

 * 1 small clove garlic, minced 

 * 1 package (about 7 ounces) tortilla chips, coarsely crumbled 

 * 8 ounces grated Cheddar cheese or Mexican cheese blend 

 * 1 can (4 ounce) chopped ripe olives 

 INSTRUCTIONS 

Preheat oven to 375° 

In a large skillet, brown ground beef with onion; remove from heat and drain off excess fat. 

Add chili sauce, soups, chopped chile peppers, milk, and minced garlic; mix well.

 In a greased 9x13x2-inch baking pan, place a layer of half the coarsely crumbled tortilla chips; top with half of the ground beef mixture. 

Layer with remaining crumbled tortilla chips, then remaining meat mixture. 

Sprinkle cheddar cheese and chopped black olives over top. Bake at 375° for 35 to 40 minutes.

 Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. 

The best ground beef recipe of enchilada casserole is ready to serve ! Enjoy !

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