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MEL'S EASY KITCHEN

Beef and Pinto Bean Tortilla Casserole

Beef, pinto beans, tortilla chips, and cheese are layered into a filling baked casserole.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Meal: Main Course
By: Melanie

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Saucepan
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil, plus a little for the dish
  • 1 1/2 lb ground beef
  • 3 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups tomato salsa
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 6 cups corn tortilla chips, about 5 oz
  • 3 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend or dairy-free cheese blend
  • Sour cream, lettuce, tomato, avocado, and pickled jalapeños, optional toppings

Instructions

  • 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 per serving

Calories: 499kcal | Carbohydrates: 26.3g | Protein: 32.1g | Fat: 30.1g | Fiber: 5.3g

Notes

Cheese contains dairy. Check chips, salsa, and spices for gluten-free requirements. Toppings are optional and are not included in the recipe yield calculations.
Inspired by Food Network Kitchen.
Estimated nutrition is for one of 8 equal portions. Calculated with 90% lean ground beef, 5 oz tortilla chips and the full amount of shredded cheese. Optional toppings are excluded.
Cheese options: Choose the dairy-free cheese if needed, and check the other ingredients for your dietary needs. Nutrition shown uses the original dairy cheese; another product changes the estimate. Flavor, texture and melting can vary by product.
Storage: 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.