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Burrito Casserole Recipe

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This flavorful Burrito Casserole layers seasoned ground beef, refried beans, tortilla chips, cheese, and salsa into a hearty and comforting baked dish. Perfect for a family dinner, it’s a simple take on classic burrito ingredients transformed into a cheesy, savory casserole that’s hot and bubbly from the oven.

Ingredients

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For the Meat Mixture

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ large yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
  • 1 (1 ounce) package burrito seasoning

For the Casserole Layers

  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 4 ounces sour cream
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) package tortilla chips
  • 2 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 (8 ounce) jar mild or hot salsa
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Oven and Dish: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Coat a casserole dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
  2. Cook the Vegetables and Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 3 to 5 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high, add the ground beef, and cook until browned and crumbly, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain off and discard any excess grease to avoid a greasy casserole.
  3. Combine Beans and Seasoning: In a large bowl, mix the refried beans with the burrito seasoning packet until well combined. Add this mixture to the skillet with the browned beef and stir thoroughly.
  4. Mix Soup and Sour Cream: In a separate bowl, combine the condensed cream of mushroom soup and sour cream. This mixture will add creaminess to the casserole layers.
  5. Assemble the Casserole Layers: In the prepared casserole dish, start with a layer of tortilla chips to cover the bottom evenly. Then spoon half of the meat and bean mixture over the chips. Next, spread half of the soup and sour cream mixture on top. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the shredded Mexican cheese, and add half of the salsa evenly.
  6. Repeat the Layers: Repeat the layering process once more with the remaining meat mixture, soup mixture, cheese, and salsa. Finish by topping the casserole with the remaining shredded cheese.
  7. Bake the Casserole: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.

Notes

  • You can adjust the heat level by choosing mild or hot salsa according to your preference.
  • For a healthier version, use lean ground beef or substitute with ground turkey.
  • Serve with guacamole, sour cream, or chopped fresh cilantro for extra flavor.
  • This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if cold from the fridge.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Keywords: Burrito Casserole, Mexican Casserole, Ground Beef Casserole, Easy Dinner, Baked Casserole

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