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Beef Enchilada Casserole With Rice Recipe

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This beef enchilada casserole with rice is packed with flavors and comes together easily for a hearty, satisfying meal the whole family will love.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ½ pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 10.75 ounce can red enchilada sauce
  • 15 ounce can black beans, drained, rinsed
  • 15 ounce can corn, drained
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • 1 teaspoon Slap Ya Mama seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ⅓ cup chopped cilantro
  • ¼ cup sliced green onions

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and get your casserole dish ready by giving it a good spray with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Brown the beef and onions: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onions over medium heat until the beef is no longer pink, and the onions are softened. This should take about 8-10 minutes. If your pan gets a little too greasy, just drain off the excess fat (but leave a little for flavor!).
  • Add the garlic: Once the beef is cooked, toss in your minced garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when that irresistible garlicky aroma hits.
  • Mix in the goodness: Pour in your diced tomatoes, enchilada sauce, black beans, corn, rice, and seasonings (that’s the Slap Ya Mama, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, black pepper, and red pepper flakes). Stir it all together and let it simmer for about 10 minutes. This allows the flavors to mingle and the sauce to thicken slightly.
  • Assemble the casserole: Spoon the beef mixture into your prepared casserole dish and smooth it out into an even layer.
  • Top with cheese: Generously sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. Bake it in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
  • Garnish and serve: After baking, let the casserole cool for a few minutes before topping with fresh cilantro and green onions. Then, dig in!

Notes

How to serve (and make it look fancy)

When it comes to serving, I like to keep things simple yet vibrant. Spoon the casserole straight from the dish onto plates, then sprinkle a bit of extra cilantro or some crumbled queso fresco for a festive touch. If you want a fuller meal, serve it alongside a crisp green salad or some Mexican street corn. Oh, and don’t forget a dollop of sour cream or guacamole on the side — it’s the perfect cooling contrast to the spices.

  • Author: Lily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner

Find it online: https://savoryrecipe.com/beef-enchilada-casserole-with-rice-recipe/