Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of a Mexican casserole that combines seasoned ground beef, zesty black beans, crunchy tortilla chips, and gooey cheese into a delightful layered dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this easy recipe promises to bring smiles and satisfaction at the dinner table. Get ready for a fiesta of flavors that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 3 cups tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup medium salsa
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (red and green)
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 4 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a large baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté chopped bell peppers until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef to the skillet; cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in black beans, cumin, and chili powder; simmer for 3 minutes.
- Layer half of the tortilla chips in the baking dish, followed by half of the meat mixture and half of the shredded cheese. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Cover with foil (shiny side down) and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil for the last 10 minutes to achieve golden cheese perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Customize by substituting ground beef with turkey or plant-based options. Top with jalapeños or avocado for an extra kick. Let rest before serving to set layers.