Layered Tortillas
Layered Tortillas offer a delicious combination of seasoned meat, beans, cheese, and nacho soup, baked to perfection—ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings with bold flavors.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Place 3 tortillas in the bottom of a pan to cover the bottom.
- Fry and drain the beef or turkey with chopped onion and taco seasoning.
- Spread the cooked meat mixture over the tortillas in the pan.
- Add 3 more tortillas on top of the meat layer.
- Spread refried beans and grated cheese over the tortillas.
- Add the remaining 3 tortillas on top.
- Pour the can of nacho soup over the top layer.
- Bake the assembled layers at 350°F for 45 minutes.
- Allow to cool slightly, then top with lettuce, sour cream, tomatoes, and hot peppers before serving.
Tips & Substitutions
For a vegetarian option, substitute the beef or turkey with black beans or lentils. You can also use corn tortillas for a gluten-free version. If you want extra flavor, consider adding diced bell peppers or jalapeños to the meat mixture. To save time, you can use pre-cooked taco meat or leftovers from Coach Taylor'S Mexican Chili.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the layered tortillas with a fresh side salad or guacamole for a complete meal. Topping with lettuce, sour cream, and diced tomatoes adds freshness and texture. This dish pairs beautifully with Baked Nachos for a fun, shareable feast. Consider offering a selection of hot sauces for added flavor.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, cover with foil and warm in the oven at 350°F for about 20 minutes, or microwave individual portions until heated through. This dish also freezes well; just thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Layered Tortillas contains roughly 778 calories, with 17g protein, 59g carbohydrates, and 52g fat. It is an excellent source of protein (34% of the Daily Value), dietary fiber (26% of the Daily Value), and iron (23% of the Daily Value), and a good source of potassium. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 1980mg per serving (86% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I prepare the layered tortillas in advance?
Yes, you can assemble the layered tortillas a day ahead and store them covered in the refrigerator. Just add the nacho soup before baking. This makes for an easy and convenient meal prep option.
What can I use instead of nacho soup?
If you don't have nacho soup on hand, you can substitute with a can of cream of mushroom soup mixed with some salsa for a similar flavor. Alternatively, a homemade cheese sauce can also work well.
How can I make this dish spicier?
To add more heat, mix some diced jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes into the meat mixture. You can also use spicy taco seasoning or serve with hot peppers on the side for those who like an extra kick.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).