Description
Frozen burrito casserole is an easy Tex-Mex comfort dish made with frozen beef and bean burritos baked in enchilada sauce and topped with melted Mexican cheese. This quick weeknight dinner is perfect for busy families who want a cheesy, satisfying casserole with minimal prep.
Ingredients
1 package El Monterey Beef & Bean Burritos (or any frozen burrito flavor)
19 oz can red enchilada sauce
4 oz can chopped green chilies
2 cups Mexican blend shredded cheese
Optional toppings: sour cream, cilantro, avocado, jalapeños
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray.
3. Arrange 8 frozen burritos in a single layer in the baking dish.
4. In a medium bowl, mix the red enchilada sauce and chopped green chilies until combined.
5. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the frozen burritos.
6. Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
7. Remove the casserole carefully from the oven and sprinkle shredded Mexican cheese evenly over the top.
8. Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly.
9. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
10. Serve warm with your favorite Mexican toppings such as sour cream, avocado, or fresh cilantro.
Notes
You can substitute chicken or bean burritos for a different flavor.
Use spicy enchilada sauce if you prefer a hotter casserole.
Add corn or black beans before baking for extra texture.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg