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Beef Enchilada Casserole with Rice

Beef Enchilada Casserole with Rice: A Cozy Family Favorite

This Beef Enchilada Casserole with Rice combines flavors of tender beef, zesty spices, and gooey cheese for a comforting family meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 Onion yellow or white
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes fire-roasted for smokier taste
  • 1 cup Red Enchilada Sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 1 can Black Beans or pinto beans
  • 1 cup Corn frozen corn is quick and easy
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice quinoa is a gluten-free substitute
  • 1 tbsp Slap Ya Mama Seasoning or your preferred Cajun/Creole seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese or Monterey Jack/Pepper Jack
  • 0.5 cup Cilantro for garnish
  • 0.5 cup Green Onions for garnish
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Sour Cream for creaminess
  • 1 medium Avocado sliced
  • 1 medium Lime cut into wedges

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • casserole dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a casserole dish with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with diced onion for 8-10 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Drain excess fat and stir in diced tomatoes, enchilada sauce, black beans, corn, cooked rice, and all seasonings.
  5. Cover and let the mixture simmer on medium-low heat for about 10 minutes.
  6. Transfer the mixture into the casserole dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake for approximately 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes, then garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole is freezer-friendly, allowing you to enjoy delicious leftovers even after storage.

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