Name: Easy Mexican Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 1 can Ranch Style beans (15 oz); 1 can Ro-tel tomatoes (10 oz); 1 small onion, chopped; 1 package taco seasoning (1 oz); 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz); ½ cup water; 1 10-12 ounce bag tortilla chips, crushed; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided; Sour cream, to taste; Salsa, to taste

Description

This Easy Mexican Casserole is a flavorful, layered dish featuring seasoned ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and crunchy tortilla chips topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a quick family dinner, it combines classic Tex-Mex ingredients baked into a comforting casserole. Served with sour cream and salsa, this dish is simple to prepare and sure to please a crowd.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
1 can Ranch Style beans (15 oz)
1 can Ro-tel tomatoes (10 oz)
1 small onion, chopped
1 package taco seasoning (1 oz)
1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
½ cup water
1 10-12 ounce bag tortilla chips, crushed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

For Serving

Sour cream, to taste
Salsa, to taste

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish to prevent sticking.
Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, then drain excess fat. Stir in the Ranch Style beans, Ro-tel tomatoes, chopped onion, taco seasoning, cream of chicken soup, and water. Simmer the mixture for 5 to 10 minutes until heated through and well combined.
Assemble the Casserole: Spread a layer of crushed tortilla chips evenly on the bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Spoon half of the beef and bean mixture over the chips, then sprinkle with half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Repeat the layering with the remaining chips, beef mixture, and cheese.
Bake: Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cheese has melted.
Serve: Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes after baking to set. Serve topped with sour cream and salsa for added flavor and creaminess.

Notes

You can substitute ground turkey for a leaner protein option.
If you prefer a spicier casserole, use spicy Ro-tel tomatoes or add jalapeños.
For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and add extra beans or vegetables.
Make sure to crush the tortilla chips into bite-sized pieces for easier layering and eating.
Leftovers can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.