Mexican Casserole

 Easy Mexican Casserole Recipe – Cheesy, Crunchy, and Crowd-Pleasing!

Looking for a quick and comforting dinner that’s packed with flavor? This Mexican Casserole is a weeknight hero and a guaranteed family favorite. Made with simple pantry staples like seasoned ground beef, Ranch Style beans, Ro-Tel tomatoes, and lots of melty cheese, it’s layered with crunchy tortilla chips for irresistible texture in every bite.

Whether you're feeding a hungry crew or need something hearty for your next potluck, this cheesy casserole comes together fast—and disappears even faster!

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Ingredients:

1 lb lean ground beef

1 small onion, chopped

1 packet taco seasoning

1 can Ro-Tel tomatoes

1 can Ranch Style beans

1 can cream of chicken soup

1 (10–12 oz) bag tortilla chips, crushed (use as much as you like)

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

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Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is browned. Drain any excess grease.

3. Stir in taco seasoning, Ro-Tel tomatoes, Ranch Style beans, and cream of chicken soup. Mix well and simmer for a few minutes.

4. In a greased 9×13" baking dish, layer half of the crushed tortilla chips.

5. Pour the meat mixture over the chips and spread evenly.

6. Sprinkle half the cheese over the meat layer.

7. Add the remaining crushed chips, then top with the rest of the cheese.

8. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and the cheese is fully melted.

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Make It Your Own:

This casserole is easy to customize! Try these variations:

Add jalapeños for extra heat.

Use ground turkey for a lighter version.

Mix i

n corn, black olives, or green chilies for extra flavor and texture.