High Protein Beef Enchilada Casserole
A hearty and high-protein beef enchilada casserole layered with seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, and cheese, perfect for a satisfying and nutritious meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
1 (10-ounce) can red enchilada sauce
1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
8 whole wheat flour tortillas (6-inch size)
2 cups shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese
1/2 cup reduced-fat shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 6-8 minutes.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the onion is softened, about 4 minutes.
Stir in the black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, diced green chilies, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Spread a thin layer of the beef mixture on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Place two tortillas over the beef mixture to cover the bottom layer.
Spread one-third of the remaining beef mixture evenly over the tortillas.
Sprinkle one-third of the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the beef mixture.
Repeat layering two tortillas, one-third of the beef mixture, and one-third of the cheese two more times, ending with cheese on top.
Cover the casserole loosely with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.