Bean and Cheese Enchilada Casserole
Indulge in the rich flavors of our Bean and Cheese Enchilada Casserole, a comforting vegetarian dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep! This easy-to-make casserole is layered with creamy refried beans, gooey cheese, and zesty enchilada sauce, all nestled between soft corn tortillas. It’s a satisfying dish that appeals to everyone at the table—whether you’re feeding a crowd or looking for an easy recipe to keep on hand for busy nights. Customize it with your favorite toppings like avocado, fresh cilantro, or jalapeños for an extra kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can enchilada sauce
- 1 lb block cheese, shredded
- 2 cups refried beans
- 7 corn tortillas
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Spread about 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
- Layer corn tortillas over the sauce, followed by refried beans and shredded cheese.
- Repeat layers: sauce, tortillas, beans, cheese; top with remaining enchilada sauce and cheese.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until bubbly.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg