How to Make Enchilada Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Enchiladas are a classic Mexican dish that combines the flavors of spicy salsa, savory meats, and gooey melted cheese all wrapped up in a warm tortilla. But sometimes, the traditional method of rolling up each individual enchilada can be time-consuming and messy. That's where this Enchilada Casserole recipe comes in!

This easy-to-make Enchilada Casserole takes all of the delicious flavors of traditional enchiladas and layers them into a convenient and manageable casserole dish. With l...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chile peppers
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1 (8 ounce) package tempeh, crumbled
  • 6 (6 inch) corn tortillas
  • 1 (19 ounce) can enchilada sauce
  • 1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
  • 8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 degrees C). Lightly oil a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a medium bowl, combine the beans, garlic, onion, chile peppers, jalapeno pepper, and tempeh. Pour enchilada sauce into a shallow bowl.
  • Dip three tortillas in the enchilada sauce, and place them in the prepared baking dish. Be sure to cover the bottom of the dish as completely as possible. Place 1/2 of the bean mixture on top of the tortillas, and repeat. Drizzle the remaining sauce over the casserole, and sprinkle with olives and shredded cheese.
  • Cover, and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover, and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the cheese is melted.
  • Nutrition

    375 cal.

    • Total Fat: 24g
    • Saturated Fat: 12g
    • Cholesterol: 54mg
    • Sodium: 709mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 17g
    • Vitamin C: 17mg
    • Calcium: 307mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 324mg