Can I make this casserole ahead of time?

Absolutely. Assemble everything up to a day ahead and refrigerate. Bake just before serving. You can also freeze it unbaked—wrap tightly and store up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before baking.

Will corn tortillas get soggy?

Nope! Corn tortillas hold up well when layered with sauce. They soften just enough to mimic enchiladas but keep their structure for that classic casserole feel.

What sides go with enchilada casserole?

It’s a full meal on its own, but you can serve it with a side salad, Mexican rice, or guacamole. We usually keep it simple with shredded lettuce and hot sauce on the side.

Ground Turkey Enchilada Casserole (One-Pan Dinner) – Cheesy & Hearty

Name: Ground Turkey Enchilada Casserole (One-Pan Dinner)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground turkey; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 small onion, diced; 1 tbsp taco seasoning; 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup frozen corn; 10 oz red enchilada sauce; 6 corn tortillas, halved; 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese; Fresh cilantro, avocado, or sour cream for topping (optional)

Description

This Ground Turkey Enchilada Casserole is a one-pan dinner packed with layers of seasoned turkey, beans, enchilada sauce, tortillas, and melty cheese. Quick to make and full of comforting flavor.

Ingredients

1 lb lean ground turkey

1 tbsp olive oil

1 small onion, diced

1 tbsp taco seasoning

1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup frozen corn

10 oz red enchilada sauce

6 corn tortillas, halved

1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese

Fresh cilantro, avocado, or sour cream for topping (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Heat oil in a skillet. Add diced onion and sauté 3–4 minutes.

3. Add ground turkey and cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes.

4. Stir in taco seasoning, black beans, and corn. Cook for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.

5. Spread a little enchilada sauce in the baking dish. Layer with halved tortillas, turkey mixture, and cheese.

6. Repeat the layers two more times, ending with cheese on top.

7. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 10 minutes.

8. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish as desired.

Notes

You can prepare this casserole a day in advance and bake before serving.

Use gluten-free tortillas to make the recipe gluten-free.

Add veggies like zucchini or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 410
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 570mg
Fat: 19g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Ground Turkey Enchilada Casserole, One-Pan Dinner, Easy Mexican Bake