Tortilla Casserole

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Cuisine: Mexican

A hearty and flavorful casserole featuring seasoned ground beef, chili with beans, and melted cheddar cheese layered with corn tortillas. Perfect for a comforting family meal or casual gatherings, this dish offers bold tastes with minimal prep, making it an easy and satisfying option for chili lovers.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. ground beef
  • 2 cans chili with beans
  • 1 small can tomato sauce
  • 5 corn tortillas
  • Cheddar cheese, grated
  • butter or oleo

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet; drain excess fat.
  2. Add the chili with beans and the small can of tomato sauce to the beef; stir to combine.
  3. Warm thoroughly until heated through.
  4. Layer the mixture with corn tortillas and grated cheddar cheese in a casserole dish.
  5. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, if desired.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

476 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 13.3g 27% DV
Total Fat 40.1g 51% DV
Carbs 16.6g 6% DV
Fiber 2.8g 10% DV
Sugar 1.6g 3% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 299.5mg 13% DV
Potassium 298.5mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 121.8mg 41% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 95mcg 11% DV
Vitamin C 2.2mg 2% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 217.5mg 17% DV
Iron 1.9mg 11% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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).

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