Here’s a simple, crowd-pleasing Burrito Casserole—basically all the burrito flavors, baked and scoopable 🌯
Burrito Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or Mexican-style)
- 1 can black beans, drained & rinsed
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 can diced tomatoes or Rotel (10 oz)
- 1½–2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup enchilada sauce or salsa
- Optional: ½ cup sour cream (for creamier casserole)
Toppings (after baking)
- Sour cream
- Chopped cilantro
- Green onions
- Avocado or guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brown the meat in a skillet, drain excess fat, then stir in taco seasoning.
- Mix meat with rice, beans, corn, tomatoes, enchilada sauce (and sour cream if using).
- Spread mixture into a greased 9×13 baking dish.
- Top with cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until bubbly and lightly golden.
- Let rest 5 minutes, then add toppings and serve.
Easy Variations
- Chicken version: Use shredded rotisserie chicken + taco seasoning.
- Vegetarian: Skip meat, add extra beans + sautéed bell peppers.
- Low-carb: Replace rice with cauliflower rice.
- Spicy: Add jalapeños or hot salsa.
Want a one-pan skillet version, slow-cooker, or freezer-friendly option?
