Big Batch Crock Pot Mexican Casserole Recipes

BIG BATCH CROCK POT MEXICAN CASSEROLE

Steps:

• In a large (5 qt) pan, brown the ground beef and drain the fat.
• Add the seasonings, plus salt and pepper to taste.
• Drain the beans and add to the meat.
• Add the corn, tomato sauce, rotel tomatoes (drained), and diced green chilies; mix together.
• Cover the bottom of a 6 or 7 quart crock pot with a layer of corn tortillas.
• Add a layer of one-third of the rice followed by a layer of one-third of the meat, bean, and corn mixture.
• Top with one cup of grated cheddar.
• Repeat layers two more times, ending with cheese.
• Cook on low 2-4 hours or until warmed through.

CROCK POT MEXICAN CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium high. Add the turkey and onion. Cook and stir, breaking up the turkey as you go, until the turkey is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Transfer to the bottom of a large slow cooker.
• To the slow cooker, add the quinoa, enchilada sauce, black beans, tomatoes, corn, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and 1/2 cup water. Stir to combine, then cover and cook on high for 2 1/2 to 3 hours or low for 5 to 6 hours, until the liquid is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.
• Remove the lid and stir. Taste and adjust any seasonings as desired. Stir in 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese, then sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top. Cover and cook on high until the cheese melts, about 10 to 15 minutes. Serve hot with any desired toppings.
• Tips:.
• Make it ahead: You can sauté the turkey and onions up to 1 day in advance and chop the peppers 1 day in advance as well. Store in the refrigerator in separate containers, then add to the slow cooker according to the directions when ready to cook.
• Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months. Let thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently in the microwave or in a casserole dish, covered, in the oven.