Tex Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef is a combination of beef, cheese, and mushroom soup gives this recipe a delicious savory flavor. It is packed with so many flavorful things and it is a 30 minute meal that is quick and easy.
This version also has a slight Mexican flavor that separates it from the crockpot version. The addition of the taco seasoning to give it a little extra kick. It really does elevate the dish to the next level.
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This Tex Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef is a traditional casserole made up of a layer of sautéed aromatic vegetables, browned ground beef, a southwestern mix of spices, beans, tomatoes, sour cream, and cheese topped with a crispy blanket of tater tots.
The casserole gets it’s name comes from King Ranch, one of the largest ranches in the United States, although the actual history of the dish is unknown and there is no direct connection between the dish and the ranch.
If you’re looking for more casserole recipes, try these Dorito Chicken Casserole, Turkey Noodle Casserole and Chicken Broccoli Divan Casserole.
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Why We Love This Tex Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef Recipe
The original King Ranch Casserole is made with chicken but this version is made with ground beef to make it hearty and delicious.
- 30-Minute Meal: This meal is so quick and easy to assemble, it is perfect for busy weeknights.
- Simple Ingredients: All found in pantry and fridge.
- Family Friendly: The spicy taco flavor really is savory and delicious. Everyone will love this recipe.
- Adaptable: Can make the best beef casserole low-carb, low-calorie, etc.
Ingredient Notes for Ground Beef Mexican Casserole
- Ground Beef: A nice 80/20 blend works well for this recipe.
- Bell Peppers and Onions: Both diced.
- Taco seasoning mix: You can buy a pre-packaged one or use this amazing homemade one.
- Soup: A can of Cream of Chicken Soup and a can of Cream of Mushroom.
- Cheese: Cheddar and processed cheese.
- Chips: Tortilla Chips, crushed for this Tex Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef.
- Rotel: Diced tomatoes with green chiles for this easy recipe.
See my recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions for this Mexican Ground Beef Casserole Recipe
This recipe works with so many different things. If you love Mexican, you can make it in so many different ways.
- Meat Substitute: Make a vegetarian recipe with a meat alternative for this Tex Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef.
- Cheese: Add more of your favorite Mexican flavors by using a Mexican cheese blend.
- Cooking variation: how to grill, stove top, oven, slow cook, air fry, etc…
How to Make Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef
This recipe is like making a giant beef taco that everyone can enjoy. It is great for family get-togethers or church potluck dinners.
These are the basic steps for making a King Ranch Casserole Recipe. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
Step 1: PREP
First, preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Then in a skillet over medium-high heat, melt your butter and add the peppers and onions. Next, add beef, and all-purpose seasoning. Drain the fat.
Step 2: TACO SEASONING
Then stir in taco seasoning. Next in a saucepan over medium heat combine onion, bell pepper, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, tomatoes with chilies (Rotel), and the Velveeta cheese and one cup of the cheddar. Add in Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer stirring occasionally until cheese is melted.
Step 3: BAKING DISH
Prepare a 9X13 baking dish with cooking spray then cover the bottom with crushed tortilla chips to create a crust. Then layer half the taco-seasoned ground beef mixture on top of the tortilla chips and then add half the sauce, repeat another layer of tortilla chips, seasoned ground beef, and sauce.
Step 4: BAKE THE EASY MEXICAN CASSEROLE RECIPE
Finally, top with remaining cheddar cheese. Lastly, bake at 350°F for 30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
Recipe FAQs for this Cheesy Mexican Recipe
Expert Tips for Making This Mexican Beef Casserole Recipe
- Different Meat: Ground Turkey, ground chicken, or shredded chicken.
- Add Sauce: Drizzle with enchilada sauce for this great recipe.
- Chips: Feel free to use Dorito chips, Frito corn chips, or your favorite chip for the casserole dish.
- Variation tip: Top the casseroles with hamburger with your favorite salsa and corn or feel free to add other vegetables to the meat mixture.
What to Serve with Tex Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef
Tex Mexican Casserole with Ground Beef
Ingredients
- ½ tablespoon Butter
- 1 Medium bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon All Purpose Seasoning
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 packet Taco seasoning blend
- 10.5 ounces Cream of Chicken Soup, 1 can
- 10.5 ounces Cream of Mushroom Soup, 1 can
- 10 ounces Tomatoes and Chilies, such as Rotel
- 8 ounces Processed cheese, cubed
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar, divided
- ½ tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 dash Hot sauce, optional
- 3 cups Tortilla chips, crushed
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350⁰.
- In a skillet over medium high heat melt butter and then add in pepper and onion cooking until they become tender and fragrant (2-3 minutes).
- Add beef, and all purpose seasoning to skillet then brown, drain fat.
- Stir in packet of taco seasoning mixing until beef is evenly coated.
- In a sauce pan over medium heat combine onion, bell pepper, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup,tomatoes with chilies, and the Velveeta cheese and one cup of the cheddar. Add in Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce. Stir occasionally until cheese is melted.
- Prepare a 9X13 casserole dish with coat with non-stick spray.
- After preparing your casserole dish, cover the bottom with crushed tortilla chips to create a crust.
- Layer half the browned beef on top of the chips.
- Then add half the sauce on top of the beef.
- Repeat with chips, beef, and sauce.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake at 350⁰ for 30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
Expert Tips
- Different Meat: Ground Turkey, ground chicken or shredded chicken.
- Add Sauce: Drizzle with enchilada sauce for this great recipe.
- Chips: Feel free to use Dorito chips, Frito corn chips or your favorite chip to the casserole dish.
- Variation tip: Top with your favorite salsa and corn or feel free to add other vegetables to the meat mixture.
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