Time to Table:
< 45 minutes
Contains:
wheat, dairy
Servings:
8
Global Flavors, Quick Weeknight Meal
Cooks like this recipeThis easy casserole is full of Tex-Mex flavors and quick enough for a weeknight! Layers of refried beans, soft corn tortillas and tender ground turkey make for a zesty and satisfying meal. Best of all, you can add your favorite toppings – sour cream, cilantro, jalapeños and more.
How to Make It
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 lb. lean ground turkey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 16 oz. enchilada or taco sauce
- 18 corn tortillas
- 1 (16 oz.) can fat-free refried beans
- 2 ½ cups shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or Cheddar)
- Lettuce, tomato, jalapeño and sour cream (optional)
- Cooking spray
Preparation
1
Preheat oven to 400 F.
2
Combine oil and ground turkey in a pan on medium heat. Add chili powder and garlic powder, then cook on medium heat until turkey is fully cooked and no longer pink.
3
Add ¼ cup sauce and mix well. Remove from heat.
4
Spray a 9x13” casserole dish with cooking spray. Pour ¼ cup of enchilada or taco sauce on the bottom of the casserole dish and spread evenly. Place six corn tortillas overlapping across the dish.
5
Add one cup of mixed cheese in a layer, then half of the ground turkey in a layer, then half the can of refried beans in small dollops in a layer.
6
Add six more corn tortillas, then ½ cup of sauce. Spread sauce over tortillas with a spatula. Add one cup of cheese, then all remaining turkey, then all remaining refried beans.
7
Add six more tortillas, then add all remaining sauce and spread evenly over this final layer. Make sure to cover the edges.
8
Sprinkle with remaining cheese and cover with tinfoil. Bake for 18 minutes. Remove tinfoil and bake for five more minutes.
9
Let dish sit for three minutes before cutting and serving. Add optional garnishes like shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, jalapeños or sour cream.
Recipe Tips
Try serving with Zesty Corn and Black Bean Salad as a tasty side dish. To make allergen friendly, swap out the ingredients to fit your family’s needs. For example, choose a gluten-free enchilada sauce for a gluten- and wheat-free option.
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