Best Beef Enchilada Casserole (Printer-Friendly)

A hearty casserole layered with seasoned beef, tortillas, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meat and Vegetables

01 - 2 pounds ground beef
02 - 1/2 cup diced white onion
03 - 4-ounce can chopped green chiles

→ Seasonings and Sauces

04 - 1-ounce packet taco seasoning
05 - 16-ounce can refried beans
06 - 2 cups enchilada sauce

→ Other

07 - 10 flour tortillas (8-inch diameter)
08 - 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Place ground beef and diced white onion in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until beef is browned and onions are softened, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
02 - Add chopped green chiles and taco seasoning to the skillet. Stir well to evenly incorporate the seasoning.
03 - Stir in the refried beans until the mixture is uniform and heated through.
04 - Cut flour tortillas into quarters using a pizza cutter or knife. This step is optional but helps the tortillas layer evenly.
05 - Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom. Add a layer of the beef mixture, followed by a layer of tortilla pieces. Repeat layering, alternating sauce, beef mixture, and tortillas, finishing with tortillas on top.
06 - Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top layer of tortillas, then evenly sprinkle shredded Mexican cheese blend to cover.
07 - Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
08 - Allow casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally garnish with sour cream, fresh cilantro, diced bell peppers, or other favorite toppings.

# Helpful Hints:

01 - Cutting the tortillas into quarters prevents overlapping and creates better layering within the casserole.