Description
Beef Enchilada Casserole with Rice is a delicious and hearty meal that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine to your dinner table. This easy-to-make casserole combines seasoned ground beef, tender rice, and savory beans, all topped with gooey cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this one-dish wonder is sure to satisfy everyone’s taste buds. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, it’s a go-to recipe for any occasion. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins for a personalized twist, making it a versatile option in your weekly meal rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
- 10.75-ounce can red enchilada sauce
- 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 3-quart casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onions until beef is browned; drain excess fat.
- Add minced garlic; cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, enchilada sauce, black beans, cooked rice, and seasonings; simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Spoon mixture into prepared casserole dish; top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Serve garnished with cilantro and green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg