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Easy Mexican Lasagna

Easy Mexican Lasagna

Easy Mexican Lasagna is a quick, delicious dish featuring layers of seasoned beef, cheese, and tortillas.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8 slices
Calories 365 kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • casserole dish
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 2 teaspoon minced garlic (2 cloves)
  • ¼ cup taco seasoning (2 packets)
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 14.5 oz. can fire-roasted diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 4 oz. can green chilis
  • 1 15 oz. can black beans drained and rinsed

Tortillas and Cheese

  • 18 corn tortillas
  • 6 cups shredded cheese blend of Monterey jack and cheddar

Garnishes

  • 1 medium tomato diced (for garnish)
  • 1 bunch green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • sour cream (for serving)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly coat a 9×13-inch casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray. Set aside.
  • In a large skillet over MEDIUM heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is thoroughly browned and the onion is tender. Add the minced garlic and continue to sauté for another 1-2 minutes, just until the garlic is fragrant.
  • Sprinkle in the taco seasoning, pour in the water, and stir the mixture well. Let it simmer for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Stir in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes with their juices, green chilis, and the black beans. Cook until heated through.
  • Arrange 6 corn tortillas on the bottom of the prepared baking dish, overlapping them slightly to cover the entire surface. Spread one-third of the meat mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle 2 cups of the shredded cheese on top. Repeat these layers two more times, ending with a generous layer of cheese.
  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes. You'll know it's done when the lasagna is bubbly and the cheese has melted.
  • Once out of the oven, sprinkle the top with the diced tomatoes and sliced green onions for a pop of color and freshness. Let the lasagna sit for about 10 minutes before slicing.
  • Cut the Mexican Lasagna into squares and serve with a spoonful of sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 365kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 21gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 794mgFiber: 4g
Keyword beef lasagna, comfort food, easy lasagna, Mexican lasagna, Quick Dinner, taco lasagna
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