Beef and Pinto Bean Tortilla Casserole
Beef, pinto beans, tortilla chips, and cheese are layered into a filling baked casserole.
On this page: Recipe card · Why you’ll love this recipe · Items needed · Ingredient notes · Tips for this recipe · Serving suggestions · Storage and make-ahead · Common questions
Why you’ll love this recipe
- The ingredient combination. pinto beans, ground beef and corn tortilla chips form the base of this casserole.
- Serve from the baking dish. The filling and topping come together for a dish you can divide at the table.
- A defined yield. The card makes 8 servings. Use its serving control to scale ingredient amounts, then reassess pan space and cooking time.
Items needed
Gather the tools for the method you plan to use. Alternate cooking methods may need different appliances.
- Baking dish
- Knife and cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredient notes
- Drain where directed. Follow the preparation note for pinto beans. Extra liquid can loosen a dressing, sauce, or filling.
- Optional additions. The card marks Sour cream as optional. Account for additions separately when tracking a portion.
- Packaged ingredients. Check labels for your dietary needs and use the products named in the card when matching its nutrition estimates. A brand change can also change salt, sweetness, or thickness.
Beef and Pinto Bean Tortilla Casserole
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9-by-13-inch casserole dish.
- Brown the beef in the oil with chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add onion and garlic and cook until softened.
- Stir in the beans, salsa, and water. Simmer for about 5 minutes until the sauce thickens around the meat.
- Layer half each of the chips, meat mixture, and cheese in the dish, then repeat. Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes until bubbling and hot throughout.
- Add any fresh toppings after baking.
Nutrition
Notes
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Let us know how it was!Tips for this recipe
- Prepare the measured ingredients before heating the pan or assembling the dish. Follow the written order so ingredients are ready when they are needed.
- When scaling the recipe, increase ingredients together but keep the same doneness checks. A larger batch does not necessarily cook in the same time.
Serving suggestions
Rest the dish as directed before portioning. Divide the full batch evenly; extra cheese, sauces, and sides change the nutrition of the meal.
Storage and make-ahead
Refrigerate perishable portions in shallow, covered containers within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below and use cooked leftovers within 3–4 days. If reheating cooked leftovers, heat them to 165°F throughout.
Food-safety reference: USDA leftover-storage guidance.
Common questions
Can I scale the batch?
The serving control adjusts ingredient amounts. Use a pan or pot that fits the batch, and check texture and doneness again because a larger amount can cook differently.
What are the calories and macros per serving?
One serving provides an estimated 499 calories, 32.1 g protein, 26.3 g total carbohydrate, 30.1 g fat and 5.3 g fiber. One serving is 1/8 of the finished recipe.
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