Description
Cheesy Burrito Pie is a comforting Tex-Mex casserole layered with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, diced tomatoes with green chiles, and a flavorful blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Wrapped in soft flour tortillas and baked to bubbly perfection, this dish is an easy weeknight dinner that brings the flavors of a classic burrito in pie form. Garnished with fresh green onions and cilantro, it’s perfect served with sour cream, guacamole, or salsa for a crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
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Meat Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- ½ cup water
Other Mixture Ingredients
- 1 (16-ounce) can refried beans
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles, drained
- 1 cup salsa
Cheese and Tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
Garnishes (Optional)
- Chopped green onions
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cook the Beef and Onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is fully browned and the onions soften, about 7–8 minutes. Drain any excess fat to keep the dish from being greasy.
- Season the Meat Mixture: Stir in the taco seasoning packet and ½ cup water into the beef mixture. Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Mix in the refried beans, drained diced tomatoes with green chiles, and salsa. Stir well to combine and heat through evenly, ensuring all components are hot.
- Layer the Pie: Place one tortilla on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spread one-third of the meat mixture evenly over the tortilla, then sprinkle with one-third of both cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Repeat this layering two more times, finishing the final layer with a tortilla topped with the remaining cheese.
- Bake Covered: Cover the assembled pie loosely with aluminum foil to prevent the cheese from over-browning. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes to heat everything through.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for another 5–10 minutes until the cheese on top is fully melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Cool and Garnish: Allow the pie to cool for 5 minutes to set before slicing. Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro if desired to add fresh flavor and color.
- Serve: Serve warm with optional sides like sour cream, guacamole, or extra salsa to enhance the dish.
Notes
- For a lighter or vegetarian version, substitute ground turkey or black beans instead of beef.
- Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or extra salsa on the side for added flavor and creaminess.
- Make ahead by assembling the pie a few hours before baking; keep covered in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
- Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free variation but note the texture and layering may differ.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
