Mexican Lasagna with Corn Tortillas is a tasty recipe inspired by our friends at Certified Angus Beef® brand. It’s a tasty South-of-the-border casserole the entire family will enjoy. Loaded with ground beef, mild green chilies, lots of gooey cheese and, of course, corn tortillas. Make ahead instructions included in this easy recipe that is perfect for back to school dinners or any night of the week. It’s an excellent menu choice for this busy time of year!
Mexican Lasagna with Corn Tortillas
When I stumbled on this Mexican Lasagna recipe over at Certified Angus Beef® brand’s website, I knew it would be a hit! Lasagna is one of those meals that’s a real crowd pleaser whenever it’s served and this Mexican inspired lasagna did not disappoint. My family LOVED this Mexican lasagna for dinner and we even had a few leftovers the for tasty lunches the next day. (For more back to school lunch recipes check out all of our Hot Lunch Ideas.) Since this Mexican Lasagna recipe is made with corn tortillas, prep is so much easier than with a traditional lasagna. Using corn tortillas also means Mexican Lasagna is gluten free, making it an option for those with gluten sensitivities.
Add your own twist to Mexican Lasagna with Corn Tortillas!
In Mexican Lasagna, salsa stands in for the traditional tomato sauce portion of the lasagna. You choose your favorite brand and the level of heat your family enjoys. I used medium heat salsa when I made this Mexican Lasagna for my family and it was perfect for us. But if your family likes a less spicy taste, use a mild salsa instead! I also added some corn to the meat mixture after it was browned, putting my own spin on this Mexican Lasagna recipe. To finish it off, I sprinkled the baked Mexican lasagna with green onions and fresh tomatoes. It was a nice addition! If you’re looking for a complete meal, add a green salad and this easy-to-make Lime Charlotte (Carlota de Limon) for dessert and you’ll have a delicious Mexican fiesta!
Easy Football Food
Having the gang over for game day?! They are sure to love the tex-mex flavors in our Mexican Lasagna with Corn Tortillas. It’s an easy way to feed your hungry football crowd. This lasagna piled high with ground beef, mild green chilies, lots of gooey cheese and, of course, corn tortillas, has all the right flavors to satisfy the hungry football fans in your life. Need more game day inspiration? Check out our other Easy Football Food ideas.
Mexican Lasagna with Corn Tortillas
A tasty casserole the entire family will enjoy. Make ahead instructions included in this easy recipe that is perfect for back-to-school dinners. It's an excellent menu choice for this busy time of year!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Certified Angus Beef ® ground chuck, cooked and drained
- 1.25-ounce package taco seasoning
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels (thawed)
- 16-ounce jar your favorite salsa
- 12 corn tortillas, 6-inch size
- 5 (4-ounce) cans diced mild green chilies
- 1 pound grated Mexican Blend cheese
- 10-ounce can mild enchilada sauce
- Chopped green onions and fresh tomatoes, for garnish, if desired
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Combine cooked ground beef with taco seasoning, water and green onions. Stir in salsa and corn.
Spray 9” x 13” pan with nonstick spray. Place a layer of tortillas in the bottom. Top with a third of the green chilies, ground beef mixture, cheese and enchilada sauce. Repeat layers twice, using cheese on top. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes.
Allow to sit loosely covered for 10-15 minutes before serving. Top with chopped green onions and fresh diced tomatoes, if desired.
Recipe Notes
BACK TO SCHOOL Dinners MAKE AHEAD TIP: Prepare the beef layer (ground beef, taco seasoning, water, green onions) and refrigerate until ready to assemble. Add the corn and salsa, then just assemble the lasagna and bake as directed.
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My family would LOVE this!!! I need to make a batch for Nick and his roommates, too!!!
Perfect meal for the college kids!
I love the make-ahead tip you provided. I pre-prep as much as I can, whenever I can to make dinner go smoother. I tell you, once those kids come in the door, it’s like a whirlwind!
Make ahead tips are so welcome this time of year!
I have never much cared for traditional lasagna, but this has my mouth watering. Yay for spicy food.
Let us know what you think if you try it!
This sounds like a flavorful and delicious meal! Love the combination of Mexican and lasagna!
Fun twist, right?
That looks so good…perfect for fall and football parties!
Yes! Great for football parties!
Love the layers! I agree with Denise, this is perfect for football season!
Just made this tonight – turned out great! We will be eating the leftovers throughout the week. Would highly recommend. Next time, I might sneak some extra veggies in the meat mix (maybe peas and carrots). Thanks for the recipe!
We are so happy you loved the recipe as much as we did. We are all for more veggies!
This looks like a great Sunday Supper meal for the family! Great idea! Thanks for sharing the recipe.