Description
This Easy Mexican Casserole is a comforting and flavorful layered dish featuring seasoned ground beef, Ranch Style beans, Ro-tel tomatoes, crunchy tortilla chips, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a family dinner or casual get-together, it’s baked to bubbly perfection and served with sour cream and salsa for added zest.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 can Ranch Style beans
- 1 can Ro-tel tomatoes
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 package taco seasoning
- 1 can cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup water
Other Ingredients
- 1 10-12 ounce bag tortilla chips, crushed
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- Sour cream for serving
- Salsa for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Start by setting your oven to 325°F (163°C). Prepare a 9×13-inch casserole dish by greasing it thoroughly to prevent sticking during baking.
- Cook the Ground Beef: Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat. Add the Ranch Style beans, Ro-tel tomatoes, chopped onion, taco seasoning, cream of chicken soup, and water to the skillet. Stir well and let the mixture simmer for 5-10 minutes until heated through and flavors meld.
- Assemble the Casserole: In the prepared casserole dish, layer the crushed tortilla chips evenly on the bottom. Spoon half of the beef and bean mixture over the chips. Sprinkle one cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top. Repeat the layers with the remaining beef mixture and cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and place it in the preheated oven. Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and slightly browned.
- Serve: After baking, allow the casserole to rest for 5-10 minutes to set. Serve warm topped with dollops of sour cream and your favorite salsa for extra flavor and creaminess.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or use spicy Ro-tel tomatoes.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option.
- Make it vegetarian by replacing ground beef with additional beans or meat substitute and using vegetable cream soup.
- Use gluten-free tortilla chips and taco seasoning to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Allowing the casserole to rest after baking helps it set, making it easier to cut and serve.
