Easy Mexican Casserole

Gluten Free
Health score
19%
Easy Mexican Casserole
50 min.
6
798kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and satisfying meal that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexico right to your table, look no further than this Easy Mexican Casserole! Perfect for family gatherings, casual lunches, or even as a hearty side dish, this gluten-free recipe is sure to please everyone. With a delightful combination of lean ground beef, zesty salsa, and creamy sour cream, each bite is a burst of flavor that will have your taste buds dancing.

This casserole is not only easy to prepare but also comes together in just 50 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. The layers of crushed tortilla chips provide a satisfying crunch, while the melted Cheddar cheese adds a rich, gooey texture that complements the savory beef and beans perfectly. Plus, with the addition of fresh tomatoes, green onions, and black olives, you get a colorful and nutritious dish that looks as good as it tastes.

Whether you're serving it as a main course or a side dish, this Easy Mexican Casserole is a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for seconds. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a comforting meal that brings the warmth of Mexican cuisine into your home!

Ingredients

  • ounce olives black drained sliced canned
  • 16 ounce chili beans sauce drained canned
  • 0.5 cup green onion chopped
  • pound ground beef lean
  • cups salsa 
  • cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • cups cup heavy whipping cream sour
  • 0.5 cup tomatoes fresh chopped
  • cups tortilla chips crushed

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until no longer pink. Stir in salsa, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. Stir in beans, and heat through.
  3. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray.
  4. Spread crushed tortilla chips in dish, and then spoon beef mixture over chips.
  5. Spread sour cream over beef, and sprinkle olives, green onion, and tomato over the sour cream. Top with Cheddar cheese.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories798kcal
Protein17.9%
Fat50.78%
Carbs31.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.17
Glycemic Load
0.5
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
28.726521937743%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.96mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:797.52kcal
39.88%
Fat:45.77g
70.41%
Saturated Fat:18.62g
116.36%
Carbohydrates:63.53g
21.18%
Net Carbohydrates:55.01g
20%
Sugar:11.03g
12.26%
Cholesterol:129.77mg
43.26%
Sodium:1774.6mg
77.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.3g
72.6%
Phosphorus:660.44mg
66.04%
Zinc:8.02mg
53.46%
Calcium:471.35mg
47.13%
Selenium:31.08µg
44.4%
Vitamin B6:0.83mg
41.56%
Vitamin B12:2.26µg
37.69%
Vitamin B2:0.61mg
35.75%
Vitamin K:36.6µg
34.86%
Fiber:8.52g
34.07%
Magnesium:133.86mg
33.46%
Potassium:1111.25mg
31.75%
Vitamin B3:6.11mg
30.54%
Vitamin A:1505.5IU
30.11%
Vitamin E:4.5mg
30.03%
Iron:4.76mg
26.45%
Copper:0.41mg
20.63%
Vitamin B5:1.77mg
17.74%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
13.97%
Folate:53.79µg
13.45%
Vitamin C:6.89mg
8.35%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.26%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
2.01%
Source:Allrecipes