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Cozy One-Pot Ground Beef Enchilada Casserole

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A warm, comforting, and easy one-pot casserole featuring ground beef, tortillas, cheese, and enchilada sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 preferred)
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 ½ cups enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
  • ½ cup frozen corn kernels
  • 6–8 small flour or corn tortillas (about 6 inches each)
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat in a large deep skillet. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Stir in ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the beef evenly.
  5. Pour in enchilada sauce, black beans, and corn. Stir gently to combine. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Tear tortillas into pieces that fit the skillet. Layer beef mixture on the bottom, then torn tortillas, followed by shredded cheese. Repeat layers finishing with cheese on top.
  7. Cover skillet and cook on low heat for 10 minutes to soften tortillas and melt cheese. Add a splash of water if mixture is too thick.
  8. Optional: Transfer skillet or contents to an oven-safe dish and broil for 3-5 minutes until cheese is golden and bubbly. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  9. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving. Optionally serve with sour cream or sliced avocado.

Notes

If mixture is too thick, add a splash of broth or water. Tear tortillas into pieces for even softening. Cover tightly while simmering to trap steam. Watch broiler carefully to avoid burning cheese. Can substitute ground turkey or plant-based meat. For gluten-free, use corn tortillas. Leftovers freeze well but tortillas may soften.

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Keywords: one-pot, ground beef, enchilada casserole, easy dinner, cheesy, quick, weeknight meal, Mexican, comfort food

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