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My Mexican Lasagna with Tortillas, also known as Taco Lasagna and Mexican Casserole, is by far the best taco bake recipe you will ever taste! It is a drool-worthy dish that can easily be made ahead of time and is perfect for potlucks and entertaining.

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The Best Mexican Lasagna

If you love Mexican cuisine, you are going to fall head-over-heels for this corn tortilla lasagna.

This make-ahead Mexican casserole with tortillas is super easy and perfect for easy weeknight dinners on a budget. Even picky eaters can’t resist this taco lasagna with tortillas. This is one of my favorite Sunday dinner ideas. It makes the most amazing leftovers during the week.

Unlike a traditional lasagna recipe, Mexican tortilla lasagna requires very little prep. Plus, because it calls for corn tortillas, you can enjoy this recipe on a gluten-free meal plan. That’s rightit’s a gluten-free lasagna!

I made this dish for dinner on Sunday and we had the left overs today for dinner and my husband said don’t lose this Recipe. This was very good.👍

Patricia
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Mexican Lasagna Recipe Ingredients

  • ground beef
  • taco seasoningpacket
  • water
  • green onions
  • corn kernelsthawed
  • salsa
  • corn tortillas
  • hatch chiles
  • Mexican Blend cheese
  • enchilada saucemild
  • Chopped green onions and fresh tomatoesfor garnish, if desired
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How to Make Mexican Lasagna

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat a pan greased with cooking oil over medium heat.
  2. When the pan is hot and shimmering, addground beefand break it into pieces using a wooden spoon or spatula.Let it begin to brown, and then break the beef into smaller pieces. Cook until all beef is broken up and browned.
  3. Combine cooked ground beef with taco seasoning, water, and green onions. Stir in salsa and corn until well-combined.
  4. Spray a 9” x 13” pan with non-stick spray. Begin layering lasagna by placing a layer of tortillas along the bottom.
  5. Top with ⅓ of thediced hatch chiles,ground beef mixture,Mexican cheese blend, andenchilada sauce.
  6. Repeat layers twice in that order, topping it all off withcheese.
  7. Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes.
  8. After 45 minutes, remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes.
  9. Allow taco lasagna to sit, loosely covered, for 10-15 minutes before serving.
  10. Top with chopped green onions and fresh diced tomatoes, if desired.Serve, and enjoy!
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Made this last night.. it was absolutely amazing. I didn’t have a can of red enchilada sauce, so I used green, but it was a big hit at this house. Thanks for sharing. Will be a regularnow.

@tiffroobear777.

Mexican Lasagna with Tortillas Variations

  • Add some spice. Use diced jalapeno to add a little spice to this recipe!
  • Change the protein. Ground beef is our favorite, but you could also try ground chicken, ground turkey, or your preferred vegetarian substitute.
  • Try new toppings. Try other taco toppings for this taco lasagna, like , sour cream, or cilantro. All the best taco toppings pair well with this recipe!

Gluten-Free Mexican Lasagna

  • To make this a true gluten-free recipe, look forgluten-free taco seasoning.McCormick makes a gluten free taco seasoning perfect for this recipe.
  • Check theenchilada sauceyou’re using to make sure it’s gluten-free. Old El Paso enchilada sauce is naturally gluten-free.
  • Make sure you’re usinggluten-free tortillas. While corn tortillas are naturally gluten-free, double-check the packaging to make sure they weren’t processed with products containing gluten. It’s always good to check!

Vegetarian Mexican Lasagna

  • You can easily make this lasagna vegetarian by substituting the beef for zucchini and peppers.
  • Have fun! Add some beans and spinach for a delicious alternative.

Taco Lasagna Recipe Tips

  • You can use frozen corn kernels to make this easy lasagna recipe, or you can use leftover corn from one of our corn recipes!
  • Add a little extra spice to the dish with jalapenos.
  • When browning the ground beef, try not to stir it around too much in the pan. To really let it brown, it needs to have the time to stick to the pan. Break it up as you go along, but otherwise, leave it alone.
  • I add additional corn to the meat mixture after browning to put my own spin on things. To finish it off, I sprinkle it with green onions and fresh tomatoes. This give it a deliciously fresh flavor!
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Mexican Lasagna Recipes FAQs

Can you make this dish ahead of time?

es! One of the best parts about making this Mexican lasagna for dinner is that you can easily prepare it ahead of time. It’s perfect for meal planning.
Prepare the layer of ground beef, taco seasoning, water, and green onions, then refrigerate until ready to assemble.
Add the corn and salsa, then simply assemble the Mexican lasagna with tortillas and bake as directed.

Can you freeze Mexican lasagna with tortillas?

Yes! You can divide this recipe between 2 smaller casserole dishes and enjoy one and freeze the other, or freeze the whole lasagna. Freeze the uncooked taco bake, then defrost in the refrigerator and pop it in the oven. Or, bake it straight from frozen by adding an additional 10-15 minutes of baking time.

How to Reheat Taco Lasagna

In the Oven

  1. To reheat it in the oven, transfer to an oven-safe dish (if you removed it from its original baking dish), and cover it with foil.
  2. After preheating the oven, bake at about 325°F for around 20 minutes or until heated through.

In the Microwave

  1. If you want to reheat a smaller portion in the microwave, simply add your taco lasagna to a microwave-safe container and heat it on HIGH for one to two minutes, or until heated through.

One of the many wonderful things about Mexican recipes is that you’ll enjoy it, even more, the second time around!

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Readers Love This Recipe

Love it! ❤️ Kids and boyfriend loved it too. Definitely making again 😋

@ashsavk

I loved it!!! My family loved it. I didn’t get a picture of it before everyone got into it but they devoured it!

@mirandaleighgbp

Super yummy and easy! Love it

@skyeertel

Recipes with Corn Tortillas

  • Chilaquiles
  • Mushroom Tacos
  • Tortilla Soup
  • Fish Tacos
  • Elote Dip
  • Chicken Birria Tacos

What to Serve with Mexican Lasagna

  • Mexican Street Corn
  • Grilled Corn on the Cob for extra corn. This grilled corn is delicious!
  • Tomato Cucumber Salad
  • Elote Casserole
  • Carlota de Limon or Key Lime Pie Bars for dessert!

Try my Pulled Pork Burritos next!

Recipe

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Super Easy Mexican Lasagna

Isabel Laessig

A tasty casserole the entire family will enjoy. Make ahead instructions included in this easy recipe that is perfect for back-to-school dinners. It’s an excellent menu choice for this busy time of year!

4.44 from 144 votes

Print Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 8

Calories 654 kcal

Equipment

  • 9" by 13" baking dish

  • Aluminum foil

  • Oven

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground chuck cooked and drained – see note 1
  • 1.25 ounce taco seasoning packet
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 cup green onions chopped
  • 1 cup corn kernels thawed
  • 16 ounce salsa your choice
  • 18 corn tortillas 6 inch tortillas
  • 20 ounces hatch chiles five 4 oz. cans, diced
  • 1 pound Mexican Blend cheese grated
  • 10 ounce enchilada sauce mild
  • Chopped green onions and fresh tomatoes for garnish, if desired

Cooking Conversions

See our Cooking Conversions Chart for help converting measurements!

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.

    Heat a pan greased with cooking oil over medium heat.

    When the pan is hot and shimmering, addground beefand break it into pieces using a wooden spoon or spatula.Let it begin to brown, and then break the beef into smaller pieces.

    Cook until all beef is broken up and browned.

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  • Combine cooked ground beef with taco seasoning, water, and green onions. Stir in salsa and corn until well-combined.

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  • Spray a 9” x 13” pan with non-stick spray. Begin layering lasagna by placing a layer of tortillas along the bottom.

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  • Top with ⅓ of thediced hatch chiles,ground beef mixture,Mexican cheese blend, andenchilada sauce.

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  • Repeat layers twice in that order, topping it all off withcheese.

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  • Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 45 minutes. After 45 minutes, remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes.

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  • Allow taco lasagna to sit, loosely covered, for 10-15 minutes before serving. Top with chopped green onions and fresh diced tomatoes, if desired.

    Serve, and enjoy!

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Notes

  • Make-ahead Tip: Prepare the beef layer of ground beef, taco seasoning, water, and green onions, then refrigerate until ready to assemble. Add the corn and salsa, then simply assemble the Mexican lasagna and bake as directed.
  • You can use frozen corn kernels to make this easy lasagna recipe, or you can use leftover corn from one of our corn recipes!
  • Add a little extra spice to the dish with jalapenos.
  • When browning the ground beef, try not to stir it around too much in the pan. To really let it brown, it needs to have the time to stick to the pan. Break it up as you go along, but otherwise, leave it alone.
  • I add additional corn to the meat mixture after browning to put my own spin on things. To finish it off, I sprinkle it with green onions and fresh tomatoes. This give it a deliciously fresh flavor!

Nutrition

Calories: 654kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 37gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 134mgSodium: 1829mgPotassium: 651mgFiber: 7gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1430IUVitamin C: 14.9mgCalcium: 452mgIron: 4.1mg

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About Isabel Laessig

Hi! I’m Isabel Laessig, also known as Family Foodie, creator of Sunday Supper Movement and author of the Boujee Steak Cookbook. Sunday Supper is my mission to bring family back around the dinner table. Join me in making family meal-time a tradition to celebrate!

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Comments

  1. Alisha says

    Thank you

    Reply

  2. Melissa says

    Mexican Lasagna Recipe (20)
    So delicious!! I made a few changes. I added refried beans and left out the green onion and I also used ground turkey. Everyone loved it!!

    Reply

    • Em Beitel says

      Melissa, that’s awesome! We’re so glad you enjoyed it! Adding beans and ground turkey both sound like delicious changes!

      Reply

  3. Gary says

    Mexican Lasagna Recipe (21)
    I’m going to try this tonight. Sounds so good.

    Reply

    • Isabel Laessig says

      I hope you enjoy it, Gary!

      Reply

  4. Red head says

    Made this today
    And it was super easy
    And very quick to make
    And it was very good
    Thanks for sharing I
    Will be making this again

    Reply

    • Isabel Laessig says

      Thank you very much! I’m so glad you enjoyed it and am thrilled to hear you’ll make it again! Take care.

      Reply

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FAQs

What is Mexican lasagna made of? ›

Mexican Lasagna is a layered Tex-Mex Casserole that's easy to make with layers of seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, tortillas and plenty of melty cheese, all baked together until bubbly and delicious. A flavorful dinner to feed a crowd, and it takes just minutes to put together!

What is the difference between Mexican lasagna and lasagna? ›

It's called a Mexican "lasagna" because it's layered like its distant Italian cousin (very distant). Only in true southwestern style, we are using corn tortillas in place of lasagna noodles, salsa instead of sauce, beans in place of béchamel, and mild cheddar and jack instead of ricotta and Parmesan.

Is lasagna Mexican or Italian? ›

Lasagna originated in Italy during the Middle Ages.

What goes down first when making lasagna? ›

Start by spreading a layer of your tomato-based sauce (either a plain tomato sauce or your pre-made ragù) on the bottom of your dish. Next, add a single layer of pasta sheets. Then, add a layer of white sauce, followed by another single layer of pasta sheets.

How to reheat Mexican lasagna? ›

Storing and Reheating Mexican Lasagna

Allow the dish to cool, then store leftovers tightly covered or in an airtight container. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 days. Warm individual portions in the microwave. Or, place the dish back in the oven at 350°F for 15 minutes.

Does traditional lasagna have meat? ›

In southern Italy lasagna is generally made with dried sheets of pasta layered with rich meat ragú, ricotta and mozzarella. In the north, especially in Bologna, the most popular version of lasagna features fresh egg pasta colored green with spinach and layered with ragú, bechamel and Parmigiano Reggiano.

Can I use queso fresco instead of ricotta in lasagna? ›

Replacing traditional ricotta cheese with queso fresco gives this casserole a firm, hearty texture. I used La VaquitaⓇ Queso Fresco, a local Texas brand in this recipe. La Vaquita® was founded by Maria Castro in 1971. Castro began making the cheese from her Houston home shortly after immigrating from Mexico.

What is the best order for lasagna? ›

Begin Layering

After the initial sauce layer, add a layer of pasta sheets, ricotta mixture (or bechamel), sauce, and cheese. Then repeat the layers. Top the last layer of your lasagna with sauce and cheese. You can also alternate layers of sauce and ricotta cheese.

What's the difference between lasagna and lasagna Bolognese? ›

In southern Italy, lasagna is generally made with dried sheets of pasta layered with rich meat ragu, ricotta and mozzarella. In the north, especially in Bologna, the most popular version includes fresh egg pasta colored green with spinach and layered with ragu, bechamel and Parmigiano-Reggiano.

What country is famous for lasagna? ›

Lasagna first made is a grand entrance in Naples, Italy during the Middle Ages in the 14th century. Initially, this dish was reserved for special events and holidays. Ironically, this pleasure inducing food was introduced to Italians in the middle of the Black Plague.

Which country invented lasagna? ›

lasagna, pasta dish of Italian origin, made with broad often ruffled noodles and a tomato or white sauce. Lasagna, in the singular, is a southern Italian variation of what northern Italians call lasagne, in the plural.

What is the difference between lasagna and lasagne al forno? ›

What is the difference between lasagna and lasagne al forno? Unlike Americanized lasagna, this authentic lasagne al forno recipe is made without ricotta cheese. Instead, this recipe used homemade lasagne noodles and a creamy béchamel sauce.

What not to do when making lasagna? ›

A well-made lasagna can be a delicious and satisfying meal, just as long as it's cooked correctly.
  1. Not cooking the noodles correctly. ...
  2. Not having all the ingredients ready. ...
  3. Not browning the meat. ...
  4. Using the wrong cheese. ...
  5. Skipping the dairy sauce. ...
  6. Skimping on the amount of marinara. ...
  7. Improperly layering the noodles.
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How many layers should a lasagna have? ›

Let me break it to you: If you want to make a lasagna, three layers just won't cut it! For the perfect lasagna, you need at least 4-5 layers to really enjoy all those mouth-watering flavors. And, here's a pro-tip: make sure to season each layer generously, but not too much. The average lasagna has 8 layers!

What keeps lasagna from falling apart? ›

The biggest offender, though, is watery, thin pasta sauce. A helpful technique can prevent this pitfall from sabotaging your lasagna: Reduce your sauce to thicken it before pouring it into the casserole. A thin sauce runs right off of cooked lasagna noodles, causing all the layers to slide off of each other, as well.

What is Mexican spaghetti made of? ›

In addition to either a homemade or store bought taco seasoning, you'll also need ground beef, yellow onions, water, RO-TEL, tomato sauce, spaghetti, freshly grated cheddar cheese, and cilantro. A couple of quick notes on the ingredients: 1) It's so important to use freshly grated cheese.

What is Pastelon made of? ›

Let's make Pastelón, a traditional Puerto Rican lasagna-style dish made with layers of fried sweet plantains, sofrito, ground beef picadillo, pimento olives, and mozzarella cheese. Often called a sweet plantain lasagna, this baked dish is the perfect combination of crispy, creamy, sweet and salty.

What is lasagna meat made of? ›

Made with two fillings, the meat sauce is made with both Italian sausage and ground beef simmered in tomato sauce. The second filling is a cheesy mixture of mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmigiano-Reggiano speckled with parsley. Each shines on its own, but together they soar like an aria between layers of lasagna noodles.

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