How to Make Tex-Mex Pantry Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tex-Mex cuisine is known for its bold flavors and comforting dishes, and this Tex-Mex Pantry Casserole is no exception. This hearty and flavorful casserole is the perfect way to satisfy your cravings for a delicious and satisfying meal without having to spend hours in the kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry, you can create a dish that is sure to become a family favorite.

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ (15.25 ounce) can corn, drained
  • ½ (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • ½ (5.6 ounce) package Spanish rice mix (such as Knorr®)
  • ¼ cup salsa
  • cooking spray
  • ½ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef until browned and crumbly, about 6 minutes. Drain off any grease.
  • Add butter and onion to the skillet. Saute until onion is softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle in taco seasoning and pour in tomato sauce. Stir to combine. Add broth, corn, black beans, Spanish rice mix, and salsa; mix well.
  • Spray a casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Pour the beef mixture into the casserole dish. Top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and filling is bubbling, about 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    411 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 59mg
    • Sodium: 1776mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 151mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 630mg