Description
Crockpot Beef Enchilada Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for busy days when you want something hearty, flavorful, and easy to prepare. This dish combines tender beef, melted cheese, and flavorful enchilada sauce, all layered in a slow-cooked casserole that practically makes itself. Perfect for weeknight dinners, family gatherings, or meal prepping, this dish will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, it’s a crowd-pleaser that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
For this delicious Crockpot Beef Enchilada Casserole, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce (red or green, depending on preference)
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 8–10 corn tortillas, cut into strips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- Sour cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
Cook the Beef Mixture:
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Break up the meat with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Prepare the Casserole Layers:
- Add the Seasonings and Veggies: To the beef mixture, add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in the enchilada sauce, green chilies, black beans, and corn. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
Layer the Casserole:
- Layer the Ingredients: Spray the inside of your crockpot with non-stick cooking spray. Begin by layering the bottom of the crockpot with a handful of corn tortilla strips.
- Add the Beef Mixture: Spoon a layer of the beef mixture over the tortillas, spreading it out evenly.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the beef mixture.
- Repeat the Layers: Continue layering in this order—tortillas, beef mixture, cheese—until all the ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of cheese.
Cook the Casserole:
- Cook on Low or High: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese has melted.
- Check for Doneness: Once the casserole is fully cooked, ensure the cheese is melted and the layers have set.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve: Spoon out portions of the casserole and top with fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours, 6-8 hours
- Category: dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 400-450 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 25g