Mexican Lasagna

One of our favorite one-pan-easy casseroles is Mexican Lasagna.

Layers of flour tortilla, sauce, melted cheese, refried beans, and meat make an exceptional burst of flavor in every bite you take!

You may also have heard the terms Taco Lasagna or Mexican Casserole because this dish can be layered with so many additions or substitutions you prefer.

We use flour tortillas, ground beef, green chiles, beans, and whole diced tomato, and it's loaded with two kinds of cheeses.

Our super easy-to-make casserole will be a big hit with kids who love these flavors plus this is a great potluck and Cinco De Mayo meal on May 5th.

Setting up a garnish bar is fun plus you can add all your family and friend's favorite toppings with a little of all our suggestions below to build their own meal and also just perfect when hosting a party.

We will give you all those suggestions below in the recipe card as you scroll through the step-by-step recipe.

Step by Step

1. Spray a baking dish 9 x 9 and set it aside
2. saute the meat then add the beans, and seasoning sauce then mix to blend evenly
3. start with flour tortilla layering, cheese, filling more tortillas, filling etc ending with tortilla and cheese on top
4. bake until the cheese is melted and the top is crispy

If you're not a beef lover, substitute tequila shrimp, ground turkey, or even roasted leftover boneless cooked pork or boneless cooked chopped chicken breast.

Garnish Suggestions:

1. sliced olives
2. sour cream
3. avocado
4. jalapeno peppers
5. shredded lettuce
6. salsa mild or hot
7. diced tomatoes
8. finely chopped onions
9. crushed tortilla chips
10. Side dishes:
11. avocado guacamole dip
12. corn on the cob
13. rice and beans 

Alternatives for Beans

1. cooked white or brown rice
2. orzo cooked pasta
3. cooked quinoa
4. chopped vegetables you may prefer IE onions, diced tomatoes, bell peppers
5. yellow rice cooked

Ingredients to Use(see the recipe card for the exact measurements)

• tortilla
• whole diced tomatoes
• tomato sauce
• ground beef or turkey
• green chilies
• mozzarella and jack cheese shredded
• garlic
• refried beans
• chili powder
• cumin
• granulated garlic powder
• parsley
• oil

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Easy Casserole for Cinco De Mayo

We love Mexican food and all kinds of foods and love to celebrate all holidays since food is a universal language we can partake in the festivities.


This American Mexican casserole for lasagna is the perfect meal using some of the traditional ingredients we love like refried beans, ground beef, and loads of melted cheese is a great way to celebrate and day of the week even Taco Tuesday.


This is a nice change of flavors and is always welcome at our dinner table.


If you need an easy-to-throw-together for a quick meal even if you've worked all day, you can throw this together in no time at all this is the perfect addition to your recipe collection.

Mexican Lasagna

Yield: 10

Author: Claudia Lamascolo

Prep time: 15 MinCook time: 20 MinTotal time: 35 Min

A combination of layered tortillas with beans, sauce and cheese into a delicious Mexican Lasagna Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 8 oz package of shredded jack cheese combined with
• 1 8 oz package of extra sharp cheddar shredded
• 1 package of 10 flour tortilla's or use low carb tortilla shells
• 1 16 oz can of refried beans
• 1 pound of ground beef or ground turkey
• 1 tablespoon chili powder,
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley ( or cilantro)
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 large 28 ounce can of diced whole tomatoes or fire-roasted tomatoes diced
• 1 4 ounce can of diced green chilies
• 1 small 4 - ounce can of tomato sauce
• 2 teaspoons of minced garlic
• pinch of chopped fresh basil
• Optional: Cayenne pepper for heat, cooked chicken instead of beef or any other kind of meat you
• like
• olive oil, vegetable or canola oil

Instructions

1. In a large frypan, add a few tablespoons of oil add minced garlic and saute for 2 minutes then add ground meat, and cook till pink is gone.
2. Drain excess fat out.
3. Add all seasonings, tomatoes, and all other ingredients (except the cheeses and refried beans), and simmer on low heat for about 10 to 15 minutes.
4. Take this off the stove and stir in the refried beans.
5. In a square 10 x 10 pan lightly greased with oil, start with the tortilla, add a layer of meat both cheeses, repeat with a tortilla on top, meat, cheese.
6. End with more cheese and meat/bean sauce.
7. Bake on 350 until cheese is brown and bubbly and edges look crisp around 20 minutes.
8. Let sit a few minutes before cutting and serving.
9. Garnish: with sour cream, avocado, jalapeno, diced tomatoes, chopped onions, and black olives.

Notes

Garnish Suggestions:

1. sliced olives
2. sour cream
3. avocado
4. jalapeno peppers
5. shredded lettuce
6. salsa mild or hot
7. diced tomatoes
8. finely chopped onions
9. crushed tortilla chips
10. Side dishes:
11. guacamole
12. rice and beans 

Nutrition Facts

Calories

281.25

Fat (grams)

17.11

Sat. Fat (grams)

9.04

Carbs (grams)

7.7

Fiber (grams)

2.51

Net carbs

5.19

Sugar (grams)

2.02

Protein (grams)

23.91

Sodium (milligrams)

604.05

Cholesterol (grams)

67.81

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More Recipes To Try:

Just whip up your favorite guacamole bruschetta and salsa recipes and a big pitcher of strawberry margaritas on the rocks for a fun and festive menu for Cinco De Mayo, or for any time you're party planning.