Description
This Baked Burrito Casserole is a comforting and flavorful twist on traditional burritos. Layers of seasoned ground beef, refried beans, creamy sauce, tortillas, and cheese come together in a deliciously baked dish. Perfect for a family dinner or gathering with friends!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Beef and Bean Mixture:
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- ½ cup water
- 1 (16 oz) can refried beans
For the Creamy Sauce:
- 1 (10 oz) can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken)
- 1 cup sour cream
Additional Ingredients:
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a Mexican blend)
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, green onions, jalapeños, cilantro, salsa
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook Beef: In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Drain fat. Stir in taco seasoning and refried beans.
- Prepare Creamy Sauce: Mix cream of mushroom soup and sour cream in a bowl until smooth.
- Layer Casserole: Spread half of the sauce in a baking dish. Layer with torn tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- You can customize the toppings to suit your preferences, such as adding sliced jalapeños for extra heat or fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness.
- This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Burrito Casserole, Baked Burrito, Mexican Casserole, Ground Beef Casserole
