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Tex Mex Casserole

November 3, 2020 by Sharon 17 Comments

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This easy Tex Mex Casserole is a crowd pleasing recipe that is in high rotation in my kitchen. A cheesy, baked dish with ground beef and beans. A filling meal that is packed with protein. Gluten free!

a casserole dish with tex mex beef casserole

 

TEX MEX CASSEROLE

 

My most popular dinner recipes are ones like this tex mex casserole with beef and beans.

 

I can see why!

 

It has a bunch of protein to keep you full and can also be customized by adding your personal favourite toppings. I’m partial to fresh sliced avocado and maybe a cheeky dollop of sour cream. 😉

 

The BEST thing is that you can choose. 

 

a casserole dish with tex mex beef casserole

 

I mentioned how protein-packed this tex mex casserole with ground beef is. How do 33 grams of protein sound? Pretty darn satisfying, that’s how they sound.

 

There is a nice amount of fiber too!

 

Bonus.

 

a casserole dish with tex mex beef casserole

 

INGREDIENTS TO MAKE THIS DISH:

 

This is a pretty simple pantry dinner as most of the items on the ingredient list are regulars in my cupboard. I try to choose organic products as much as possible.

  • lean ground beef
  • onion
  • garlic
  • brown rice
  • beans
  • crushed tomatoes 
  • salsa
  • cheese
  • green bell peppers

Substitutions:

  • white rice instead of brown works too
  • enchilada sauce instead of crushed tomatoes for a spicier bake
  • jalapeno peppers instead of bell peppers – again for you spice lovers

 

Now that is out of the way let’s get down to business!

 

HOW TO MAKE TEX MEX CASSEROLE – Step by Step

 

Brown the beef in a large skillet.

 

While the beef is cooking, prepare your rice. I use this stovetop method for quick and easy brown rice or I use my Instant Pot Brown Rice which simple hands-off cooking.

 

TIP! Whenever I make cook grains like rice or quinoa I always prepare extra. I’ll store it in the fridge to have it prepped and ready to throw into a dish when I am in a rush. Such a time saver!

cooked rice in a glass container

 

Once the beef has fully cooked, transfer it to a plate lined with paper towels. Discard most of the fat from the pan, leaving a bit behind to cook your onions in. Add the onions, cook them until soft and then toss in your minced garlic. Stir that until fragrant then add the beef back into the pan.

 

Add the crushed tomatoes and salsa and stir then add the rice and beans and stir it all again to combine it.

 

ground beef in a skillet with black beans and brown rice

 

Start the oven preheating and grease a casserole dish. Make sure to use a deep one! I like my trusty 9×9 ceramic dish. It seems to be a perfect size for dinner casseroles.

 

Transfer the beef mixture to the prepared casserole dish.

 

ground beef mixed with black beans and rice in a casserole dish

 

Now for my favourite part – the CHEESE! It’s no secret I am a big fan of cheese. It is the crowning glory and just makes everything better, am I right? Three cheers for my cheese lovers out there. 🙂

 

I use marble because it melts really well and browns nicely.

 

a casserole dish with beef, rice and beans topped with grated cheese and diced peppers

 

So if your mouth isn’t already watering, here is a shot of this delicious dish fresh out of the oven.

 

It features that cheesy crust we all crave.

 

tex mex casserole in a baking dish with bubbling cheese on top

 

I’m a fan of the flavour of green peppers but feel free to add jalapenos instead if you prefer some heat or maybe even red peppers if you like a little bit of sweetness.

 

This serves six very healthy portions so it will feed the whole family. The leftovers reheat very well so this is also a great recipe for meal prep. 

 

a casserole dish with tex mex beef casserole

 

Let me know what you think of this recipe.

 

Enjoy!

 

MORE GLUTEN FREE DINNER RECIPES:

 

Tex Mex Chicken Casserole

 

Roasted Butternut Squash and Lentil Chili

 

Coconut Curry Chicken and Vegetable Soup

 

Spiced Beef Rice Bowls

 

Chicken Enchilada and Butternut Squash Bake

 

Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Bake

 

Be sure to follow me on social media! I love pinning to Pinterest, sharing on Facebook, and posting pics to Instagram. See you there. 🙂

 

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5 from 12 votes
a casserole dish with tex mex beef casserole
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Tex Mex Casserole with Ground Beef and Beans
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
 

This easy Tex Mex Casserole is a crowd pleasing recipe that is in high rotation in my kitchen. A cheesy, baked dish with ground beef and beans. A filling meal that is packed with protein. Gluten free!

Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: mexican beef casserole, tex mex casserole
Servings: 6
Calories: 449 kcal
Author: Sharon
Ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup dry brown rice
  • 1 can black beans
  • 3/4 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 2 cups grated cheese ( I use marble )
  • 1/4 cup diced green pepper
  • salt and pepper
Instructions
  1. Warm a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook the beef by browning it and breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.

  2. While the beef is cooking, prepare your rice using the package instructions or my method linked in the post.

  3. Once the beef is completely cooked and no pink remains, use a slotted spoon to transfer the beef to a plate lined with paper towels. Drain most of the fat from the pan and return it to the heat. Add the diced onions to the pan and cook them, stirring frequently until they soften, about 3-5 minutes.

  4. Add the minced garlic to the pan and stir for 60 seconds more. Add the cooked beef back into the pan and stir.

  5. Pour the crushed tomatoes and salsa into the beef mixture and stir well. Next, add in the can of beans and cooked brown rice. Stir well again to combine.

  6. Turn the oven on to 350 and spray a 9x9 oven-safe casserole dish. Transfer the beef mixture to the prepared casserole dish.

  7. Top the beef mixture with the shredded cheese and sprinkle the diced green pepper over the cheese.

  8. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 25 minutes. Turn on the broiler and broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbling.

  9. Serve warm with sides of avocado, guacamole, and/or sour cream.

  10. Store any leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts
Tex Mex Casserole with Ground Beef and Beans
Amount Per Serving
Calories 449 Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Fat 17g26%
Saturated Fat 10g63%
Cholesterol 86mg29%
Sodium 502mg22%
Potassium 708mg20%
Carbohydrates 40g13%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 33g66%
Vitamin A 546IU11%
Vitamin C 6mg7%
Calcium 324mg32%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Lauren Vavala

    November 5, 2020 at 2:03 pm

    5 stars
    This Tex Mex Casserole is hands-down my favorite kind of food, especially this time of the year. AND, it’s actually a dish my whole family will eat without anyone complaining! Adding this to net week’s meal plan.

    Reply
    • Sharon

      November 5, 2020 at 4:48 pm

      Same!! I love that this dish is family approved. 🙂 Thanks, Lauren!

      Reply
  2. Kay

    November 10, 2020 at 12:30 pm

    5 stars
    Made this for my husband last night as he is on a high protein diet plan and he absolutely loved this recipe 🙂
    Perfect comfort food for the winter
    Thanks for sharing!!

    Reply
    • Sharon

      November 11, 2020 at 9:10 am

      Three cheers for comfort food! Thanks Kay. 🙂

      Reply
  3. Lisa

    November 10, 2020 at 9:10 pm

    5 stars
    I love how everything is contained in this one dish. And I’m with you…bring on the cheese! I can’t wait to make this!

    Reply
    • Sharon

      November 11, 2020 at 9:10 am

      My motto is ‘just throw some cheese on it’! lol Thanks Lisa. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Ramona

    November 11, 2020 at 1:44 am

    5 stars
    One pot delight! Made it for dinner last night and it was a real hit with the kids, in particular, they want it every dinner now ;-). He he, definitely a winner! Will definitely make it again soon. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Sharon

      November 11, 2020 at 9:11 am

      Did I ever tell you how much I love your kids? lol Thanks Ramona! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Vanessa

    November 11, 2020 at 9:49 pm

    5 stars
    What a great recipe for a weeknight family dinner! Filling, delicious and no complaints from the kids😉

    Reply
  6. Julia Pinney

    November 13, 2020 at 3:36 am

    5 stars
    What a great weeknight dinner. My kids love stuff like this!

    Reply
    • Sharon

      November 13, 2020 at 10:32 am

      So does the man of the house here and he’s like a kid! I know if he likes it, families will approve too. 🙂

      Reply
  7. Terri

    November 15, 2020 at 7:36 pm

    5 stars
    I love how comforting, easy and healthy this is. The family will totally love it and I can’t wait to make it asap!

    Reply
    • Sharon

      November 16, 2020 at 10:06 am

      It’s a family fave for sure. Thanks Terri!

      Reply
  8. Kristen

    November 16, 2020 at 8:10 am

    5 stars
    The perfect comfort food right here. We are all about one pot/pan/dish meals these days because life is busy with two littles. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Sharon

      November 16, 2020 at 10:06 am

      This perfect for a family of four! 🙂 Thanks Kristen.

      Reply
  9. Sabrina

    November 16, 2020 at 8:49 am

    5 stars
    So good! So easy too and obviously such a kid pleaser. Thanks for this, a new favourite!

    Reply
    • Sharon

      November 16, 2020 at 10:05 am

      Gotta love those kid pleasers. 🙂 Thanks, Sabrina!

      Reply

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