Description
This Lazy Enchiladas Frozen Taquito Dinner Casserole is a quick and delicious meal that layers frozen taquitos with a flavorful mixture of black beans, corn, and spices, all smothered in enchilada sauce and topped with melted cheese. Perfect for a hassle-free weeknight dinner, it combines convenience with classic Mexican-inspired flavors for a satisfying casserole everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Frozen Taquitos
- 1 (32 oz) package of frozen taquitos (any flavor: beef, chicken, or cheese)
Bean and Vegetable Mixture
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Other Ingredients
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
Optional Toppings
- Diced tomatoes
- Sour cream
- Avocado
- Chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the casserole.
- Mix Beans and Veggies: In a large mixing bowl, combine drained and rinsed black beans, corn, diced onion, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to blend all flavors evenly.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 9×13 inch baking dish. This prevents sticking and adds flavor.
- Layer First Taquitos: Arrange a layer of frozen taquitos side by side over the enchilada sauce, fitting about 10-12 taquitos depending on dish size.
- Add Bean Mixture: Evenly distribute half of the prepared bean and corn mixture over the taquitos layer.
- Pour Enchilada Sauce: Pour half of the remaining enchilada sauce over the taquitos and bean mixture, making sure everything is well coated.
- Sprinkle Cheese: Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese evenly over the top.
- Second Taquito Layer: Place another layer of frozen taquitos over the cheese layer.
- Add Remaining Bean Mixture: Spread the rest of the bean and corn mixture over this layer of taquitos.
- Top with Sauce and Cheese: Pour the remaining enchilada sauce on top followed by the remaining shredded cheese.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes to heat through.
- Uncover and Brown: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Prepare optional toppings such as diced tomatoes, sour cream, avocado, and chopped cilantro. Serve with desired toppings.
Notes
- You can use any flavor of frozen taquitos: beef, chicken, or cheese, based on your preference.
- Enchilada sauce can be store-bought or homemade for added freshness and flavor.
- Use a Mexican cheese blend or cheddar cheese for best melting and flavor.
- Optional toppings such as avocado and sour cream add creaminess and freshness.
- To make the casserole spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or use spicy enchilada sauce.
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
