Easy Mexican Lasagna

Easy Mexican Lasagna

Lasagna meets taco night in this irresistible, layered Tex-Mex comfort food classic!

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Course: Main

🛒 Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 tsp minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
• ¼ cup taco seasoning (or 2 packets)
• ½ cup water
• 1 (14.5 oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (4 oz) can green chilis
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 18 corn tortillas
• 6 cups shredded cheese (Monterey Jack & Cheddar blend recommended)
• 1 medium tomato, diced (for garnish)
• 1 bunch green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• Sour cream, for serving

🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat Oven:
   Preheat to 350°F. Lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
2. Cook Meat Mixture:
   In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté ground beef and diced onion until browned. Stir in garlic and cook 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Season & Simmer:
   Sprinkle taco seasoning over the meat. Pour in water and stir well. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
4. Add Mix-ins:
   Stir in fire-roasted tomatoes (with juice), green chilis, and black beans. Heat through and taste for seasoning.
5. Assemble Lasagna:

• Layer 6 tortillas to cover the bottom of the dish (overlapping as needed).
• Spread ⅓ of the meat mixture over the tortillas.
• Sprinkle 2 cups of cheese on top.
• Repeat for 2 more layers (tortillas → meat → cheese), finishing with cheese.

1. Bake:
   Cover with foil and bake for 30–40 minutes, until bubbling and cheese is melted. For a golden top, uncover during the last 10–15 minutes.
2. Rest & Garnish:
   Let the lasagna rest for 10 minutes. Garnish with diced tomatoes and green onions.
3. Serve:
   Slice into squares and serve with a dollop of sour cream.

💡 Tips for Success

• Warm tortillas briefly in the microwave to prevent tearing.
• Let it rest before cutting to help layers set.
• Crispier top? Remove foil for the last 10–15 minutes.
• Customize it: Add corn, olives, jalapeños, or even cooked rice between layers.

📦 Storage & Make-Ahead

• Fridge: Store leftovers in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Assemble (uncooked) and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight and bake as directed, adding 10–15 minutes to cook time.

📊 Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: 365
• Protein: 21g
• Carbs: 23g
• Fat: 21g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sodium: 794mg