How to Make Mexican Chorizo and Potato Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to hearty and flavorful comfort food, it's hard to beat a good casserole. And if you're looking for a dish that will satisfy your cravings for both savory and spicy flavors, then look no further than the Mexican Chorizo and Potato Casserole. This dish is a delicious and satisfying combination of spicy Mexican chorizo, tender potatoes, and gooey melted cheese. It's a perfect option for a filling and delicious meal that your whole family will love.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ pound lean ground beef
  • ½ pound Mexican chorizo, casing removed and meat crumbled
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground coriander
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • ½ (8 ounce) package cream cheese
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 (2 pound) package hash brown potatoes
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup guacamole

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef, chorizo, and onion until meat is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, coriander, and black pepper. Add black beans, tomatoes, and corn; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes. Transfer mixture to a 2-quart baking dish.
  • Combine cream cheese and butter in a microwave-safe bowl; heat on high until melted, about 1 minute. Stir cream cheese mixture until smooth; spread over meat mixture. Layer hash browns over cream cheese mixture and top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and potatoes are lightly brown, 30 to 40 minutes. Serve with shredded lettuce and guacamole.
  • Nutrition

    527 cal.

    • Total Fat: 38g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 78mg
    • Sodium: 1125mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 23mg
    • Calcium: 176mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1217mg