Enchilada Casserole

It’s the best of both worlds: the deliciousness of enchiladas with the ease of a casserole! This recipe is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Prep 11 minCook 34 minTotal 45 minUpdated Jul 3, 202645 minVegetarianGluten Free

It’s the best of both worlds: the deliciousness of enchiladas with the ease of a casserole! This recipe is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp Green enchilada sauce
  • 15 cup Pinto beans, low-sodium (drained and rinsed)
  • 3 cup Brown rice, cooked
  • 1 cup Can corn, low-sodium (drained)
  • 12 oz Corn tortillas, 6" across
  • 10 oz Monterey Jack cheese, reduced-fat

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 °F.
  2. Drain and rinse the beans and corn (if using canned corn).
  3. Collect and measure all ingredients before starting to prepare the recipe.
  4. In a large bowl, mix enchilada sauce, beans, cooked rice, and corn.
  5. Place half of mixture on the bottom of a 9x13 inch pan or split it between two 9 inch square or round pans.
  6. Spread the corn tortillas evenly over the mixture. Place remaining mixture on top of tortillas.
  7. Top mixture with cheese, and cover with foil. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
  8. Remove foil, and bake for 10 more minutes or until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbly.
  9. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours. Eat within 3 to 5 days.

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Storage

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