The ‘Lazy’ Enchilada Casserole That’s Always First to Disappear

Ever been to a potluck where you’re secretly hoping no one touches your dish so you can take it home?
Well, forget about that with this enchilada casserole!

It’s so good, you’ll be lucky if there are any leftovers for yourself.

Let’s dive into this crowd-pleasing recipe that’s sure to make you the star of any gathering.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small yellow onion, diced
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (4.5 oz) diced green chiles
• 12 corn tortillas (6 inches)
• 3 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
• 2 cups enchilada sauce (homemade or store-bought)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.

2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with diced onion. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Once cooked, drain excess fat and stir in black beans and green chiles.

4. Pour 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce into the bottom of the baking dish.

5. Dip 6 tortillas in enchilada sauce and layer them in the dish.

6. Spread half the beef mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese.

7. Repeat layers: dipped tortillas, remaining beef mixture, and 2 cups of cheese.

8. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.

The Secret to ‘Lazy’ Success

What makes this casserole a lazy cook’s dream?
It’s all about the layering!

Instead of rolling individual enchiladas, we’re creating layers of flavor.
This method not only saves time but ensures every bite is packed with cheesy, saucy goodness.

The key is dipping those corn tortillas in sauce before layering.
This step infuses the entire dish with that classic enchilada taste without the fuss of rolling.

Make-Ahead Magic

Here’s another secret: this casserole is perfect for making ahead!

Assemble it the night before, cover, and refrigerate.
When you’re ready to eat, just pop it in the oven for 25-30 minutes.

You can even freeze it for up to three months.
Just wrap it well and bake from frozen for 35-45 minutes.

So there you have it – the ‘lazy’ enchilada casserole that’ll have everyone at the potluck asking for your recipe.
It’s easy, it’s delicious, and it’s guaranteed to disappear faster than you can say “seconds, please!”

Now go forth and impress those potluck crowds.
Just don’t blame me when you’re assigned permanent enchilada duty for every gathering from here on out!