Mexican

Ultimate Cheesy Pork Enchilada Casserole: A Flavorful Mexican Feast

This crowd-pleasing Mexican casserole layers tender shredded pork, zesty enchilada sauce, and tortillas, all smothered in melted cheese. It’s a comforting, flavorful dish that’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks.

55 min6 servings430 cal

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in the shredded pork, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.

  4. 4

    Spread 1/4 cup enchilada sauce on the bottom of the baking dish.

  5. 5

    Layer 4 tortilla halves over the sauce. Top with half the pork mixture, half the black beans, half the corn, and 1/2 cup shredded cheese.

  6. 6

    Drizzle 1/2 cup enchilada sauce over the layer.

  7. 7

    Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, pork, beans, corn, 1/2 cup cheese, and another 1/2 cup enchilada sauce.

  8. 8

    Top with the last 1/2 cup enchilada sauce and remaining 1 cup cheese.

  9. 9

    Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.

  10. 10

    Let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with sour cream if desired.

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