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Beef Burrito Casserole

Cozy, cheesy beef burrito casserole layers seasoned ground beef, refried beans, tortillas, and melty cheese for a comforting and crowd-pleasing dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Casserole, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef lean or regular
  • 1 cup onion chopped
  • 1 oz taco seasoning about 2 tablespoons or one packet
  • 16 oz refried beans about 2 cups
  • 10.5 oz condensed cream of chicken soup undiluted, can substitute cream of mushroom or celery
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 10 large flour tortillas cut in half
  • 2 cups mild cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup pepper jack cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 whole lime juiced

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • 13x9-inch Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and chopped onion, cook 7–10 minutes until beef is browned and onions are tender. Drain excess fat.
  2. Step 2: Stir refried beans and taco seasoning into the beef mixture until well combined.
  3. Step 3: Squeeze lime juice over the beef mixture and stir in chopped cilantro. Set aside.
  4. Step 4: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 13×9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  5. Step 5: In a large bowl, mix condensed cream of chicken soup with sour cream until combined.
  6. Step 6: Spread a thin layer of the sour cream mixture on the bottom of the baking dish.
  7. Step 7: Arrange tortilla halves in a single layer over the sour cream mixture, covering the bottom.
  8. Step 8: Spread a layer of the beef and bean mixture on top of the tortillas, then sprinkle with a cup of shredded cheese (cheddar and pepper jack mix).
  9. Step 9: Repeat layering with sour cream mixture, tortillas, beef filling, and cheese until ingredients are used, finishing with a generous layer of cheese on top.
  10. Step 10: If preparing ahead, cover and refrigerate up to 2 days. Bake uncovered at 350°F for 30 minutes if chilled, or 20 minutes if baking immediately, until cheese is bubbly.
  11. Step 11: Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3–4 days. Reheat portions in microwave or whole casserole in a 350°F oven for 15–20 minutes. For freezing, assemble but do not bake; wrap tightly and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw overnight before baking, adding a few extra minutes to cooking time.