Easy Mexican lasagna with layers of tortillas, taco seasoned ground beef, beans, melted cheese and corn. This casserole is a family favorite that is full of savory flavor!
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Easy Mexican Lasagna Recipe
This recipe is similar to my favorite slow cooker taco lasagna but made in the oven instead. The layers will remind you of a traditional Italian lasagna, but this Mexi-Spanish version takes only 20 minutes to prep and is ready in less than an hour.
This lasagna, bean burritos and my easy tostada recipe are some of our go-to weeknight meals and are family favorites. The flavor is amazing and the layers of crispy tortillas, easy taco meat recipe, beans, corn, and cheese are to die for.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Tortillas: I recommend using small corn tortillas. They may overlap a little when you layer them in. You can also use small flour tortillas or even lasagna noodles.
- Pepper and onions: I like to use red bell pepper, but you could use yellow or orange too. Sweet onion can be swapped for red onion.
- Corn and beans: Add 1 can (15 ounces) of both corn kernels and beans.
- Tomatoes: You’ll need a can of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chiles and 1/2 cup salsa.
- Ground beef: I use lean ground beef, but you could substitute it with ground turkey or make a vegetarian version with additional beans or refried beans.
- Taco seasoning: I use homemade taco seasoning, but a store-bought packet works. Add some heat with cayenne pepper or chili powder.
- Cream cheese: This gives it that delicious creamy texture.
- Shredded cheese: You’ll sprinkle each layer with shredded cheese. Cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, pepper jack, or Mexican blend cheese.
How to Make Mexican Lasagna
Find the full printable recipe with specific measurements below.
- Brown ground beef. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the hamburger. Add onions and peppers to the meat mixture and cook for about 3 minutes. Remove any extra grease.
- Add remaining ingredients and stir. Season with taco seasoning, then stir in Rotel, beans, corn, and salsa. Add in cream cheese and allow to melt. Stir until combined then remove from heat.
- Assemble lasagna. Layer 5 tortillas in the bottom of your baking dish (they may overlap). Then sprinkle about 1/2 cup of cheese on the tortillas. Next layer half of the hamburger mixture. Add another 5 tortillas on top and repeat with the hamburger, beans, and corn.
- Bake. Top with remaining cheese and then bake the casserole dish for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly hot. Top with desired toppings.
Serving Suggestions
Drizzle the Mexican lasagna with enchilada sauce or serve with a side of Mexican rice for an unforgettable dinner at home. Our favorite toppings include sour cream, cilantro, black olives, homemade guacamole and restaurant-style salsa.
Make Ahead and Storage
- Make ahead Mexican lasagna: Make up to a day ahead and store in the refrigerator until ready to bake. Bring to room temperature for about 30 minutes before baking. Note that your tortillas may be softer but still delicious.
- Store: Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up 3 days or wrap slices in plastic wrap then place in a zip top bag and store in the freezer up to 3 months. Thaw and reheat.
- Freezer meal: Assemble then tightly cover the Mexican casserole with plastic wrap or aluminum foil (do not bake). Place in the freezer on a leveled surface and freeze. When ready to enjoy, remove from fridge, let thaw, then bake according to directions.
More dinner recipes you will love include this recipe for Spanish omelette, Mexican pizza and crescent roll taco bake.
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Mexican Lasagna
Ingredients
- 10 small corn tortillas
- 1 red bell pepper , core removed and diced
- ½ onion , finely chopped
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1-2 Tablespoons taco seasoning
- 10 ounce can Rotel diced tomatoes
- 15 ounce can black beans , drained
- 15 ounce can corn , drained
- ½ cup salsa
- 4 ounces cream cheese , softened
- 1-2 cups shredded cheese
Optional Toppings: sour cream, olives, cilantro, diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×13" pan with cooking spray.
- Brown hamburger in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add in onions and peppers and cook for about 3 minutes. Remove any extra grease.
- Next season with taco seasoning. Then add in Rotel, black beans, corn and salsa. Add in the cream cheese and allow to melt. Stir until combined then remove from heat.
- In your 9×13 pan, layer 5 tortillas (they may overlap). Then sprinkle about 1/2 cup of cheese on the tortillas. Next layer half of the hamburger mixture. Add another 5 tortillas on top and repeat with the hamburger, beans and corn.
- Top with remaining cheese and then bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly hot.
- Top with desired toppings.
Last step: Please leave a comment and rating after you make the recipe.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition provided is an estimate. It will vary based on specific ingredients used.
Jennifer Hoeksema
I rarely leave reviews for recipes, but this was fantastic. My husband approved! We are picky and both loved it!
I Heart Naptime
Yay, that’s great to hear! So glad you and your hubby loved it :)
Jami
Made this, very tasty! I added some onion powder, garlic powder along with taco seasonings. Only had mixed veggies, steamed and added. Highly recommend using chihuahua cheese, melts really nicely. We then topped with sour cream, blk olive and cilantro.
I Heart Naptime
Your recipe adaptions sound delicious! I’m so glad you enjoyed it :)
Terri B
I neglected to say I halved the recipe and will be preparing the full recipe for family gatherings.
I also used flour tortillas and really piled on the cheese for baking.
God bless!
Terri B
Oh, my, but this was DELICIOUS! And simple. You’ve created a fabulous dish that will be in my repeats folder!
Thank you!
Jamielyn Nye
I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed it!
Muriel
Love love this. I’ve made it a couple times now. Hubby really loves it!
Jamielyn Nye
I’m so happy to hear that you love it!
Robin Chase
Made this just a few weekends ago and it was absolutely delicious and easy! Would definitely make again!
Jamielyn Nye
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Guyla Gregory
I love the Mexican lasagna! Will definitely make it again thank you so much!
Shelia Kill
Very fresh and delicious! Easy to prepare and have on the table after work.
Cyndee THOMPSON
This was awesome. I added more beef, seasoning, Rotel, and cheese. Super awesome!
Beth
Oh my goodness is this recipe delicious! My family absolutely loves this recipe! I will definitely be making this again!
Allyson Zea
Wow this Mexican lasagna was sooooo good!
Heidi S Gaudet
It was awesome.
Chris C.
This was delicious! Had to improvise as I only had flour tortillas and they were large but it was so good! Definitely a keeper!
Jamielyn Nye
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! :)
Darby
It’s amazing!!
Rachel
Could you make this with flour tortillas?
Jamielyn Nye
That should be fine! :)
Linda Guillorn
Made this for our Super Bowl party and it was a huge hit! I made it in a smaller pan to fit the half side of a large chafing tray, so I did three layers instead of two and it came out just fine. There were a few pieces left at the end of the night but they were quickly scarfed up by a few of my guests to take home for lunches the next day. Highly recommend this recipe!
Jamielyn Nye
I’m so glad you enjoyed it and that it was a hit! Thanks for your kind comment and review Linda! :)
Toni
I loved it! Such a huge hit with my family!
Erin
We love Mexican food and this is the perfect dinner, everyone loved it