Crockpot Beef Enchilada Casserole Recipe
Easy Crockpot Beef Enchilada Casserole recipe This ultimate dish is a delicious simple dinner Perfect for busy weeknights Get the beef casserole tech
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Total Time: 260 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 500 grams lean ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 400 grams tin chopped tomatoes
- 400 grams tin kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 30 grams packet enchilada seasoning mix
- 200 milliliters beef stock
- 12 corn tortillas, quartered
- 200 grams mature cheddar cheese, grated
- 200 grams Monterey Jack cheese, grated
- 200 milliliters sour cream, for serving (optional)
- Fresh coriander, chopped, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large frying pan, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess fat.
- Sauté the Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper to the pan with the beef. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the Tomatoes and Beans: Stir in the tinned chopped tomatoes, kidney beans, and enchilada seasoning mix. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavours to meld together.
- Assemble the Casserole: In the bottom of your slow cooker (I use a 3.5-litre one), spread a thin layer of the beef mixture. Then, layer about one-third of the quartered corn tortillas over the beef mixture. Top with one-third of the grated cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layers two more times, starting with the beef mixture, then the tortillas, and finally the cheese.
- Add Beef Stock: Pour the beef stock over the top of the casserole. This helps to keep everything moist and prevents the tortillas from drying out.
- Cook in the Crockpot: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, or until the tortillas are soft and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once cooked, let the casserole sit for about 10 minutes before serving. This allows it to set slightly. Top with a dollop of sour cream and fresh coriander, if desired.
Notes
This Crockpot Beef Enchilada Casserole is a family favourite! Easy to make, child-approved, and packed with flavour. Perfect for busy weeknights!