Mexican Lasagna Recipe {Easy}

This Mexican Lasagna is a fun twist on classic lasagna. This is a great recipe for anyone who loves Mexican-themed food. Easy to make and the best flavor. Make Mexican Lasagna ahead and bake on those busy weeknights or add it to Taco Tuesday.

Mexican lasagna

Mexican Lasagna

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FAQs

What is Mexican Lasagna?

  • Mexican Lasagna is a fun twist on the classic Italian lasagna. Ingredients will vary, but most have a layer of tortilla shells in place of lasagna noodles, a layer of tomato and beef mixture in place of sauce and beef mixture, and a cheese layer. Some have black beans, corn, a cream cheese layer, sour cream, and/or refried beans.

This particular Mexican lasagna does not have the typical corn and beans like a lot of recipes, but you can easily add those to the beef mixture. You can really customize the ingredients to include your favorite taco ingredients. Rice would also be a great addition to the beef mixture.

What are good add-ins for a Mexican Lasagna Recipe?

  • Enchilada sauce poured on the bottom and/or over the top layer
  • Green Chile mixed into the beef mixture
  • Canned Corn – drained – mixed into beef mixture
  • Black Beans – drained – mixed into beef mixture
  • Sour Cream – layer on top and under a layer of cheese
  • Salsa – added to beef mixture and cooked down
  • Rice – added to beef mixture
  • Rotelle

Make-Ahead and Storage

Can you make Mexican Lasagna Ahead of Time?

  • You can make Mexican Lasagna up to 1 day in advance. Cover before baking and refrigerate until ready to bake

How Long will Mexican Lasagna Last in the Fridge?

  • Covered and refrigerated, Mexican Lasagna can last up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave leftovers
Mexican lasagna

If you are ready to make this delicious lasagna, let’s make sure you have everything you’ll need: 

Ingredients

  • ground beef – sirloin or very lean – I like to use sirloin because there is very little fat and rarely needs draining. Try to find a lean ground beef
  • stewed tomatoes
  • Vidalia onion, chopped – I usually use sweet onions instead of yellow onions, because yellow onions have such a strong flavor. It is totally up to you whether you prefer to use yellow or sweet
  • garlic powder
  • chili powder
  • table salt
  • ground black pepper
  • flour tortillas – I used 4 (10 in.) tortillas. You can also use 6-inch flour tortillas – you’ll probably use around 6
  • shredded Mexican Cheese Blend – Mexican blend is a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
  • sliced ripe black olives – drained

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How do you make Mexican Lasagna?

  • In a large skillet, brown the beef – drain if necessary
  • Add tomatoes, onion, and spices
  • Simmer, uncovered for 20 minutes
  • Arrange 1 layer of tortillas on the bottom of the pan – overlapping if needed
  • Cover tortillas with half of the beef mixture
  • Sprinkle half of the cheese over the beef
  • Repeat layers of tortillas, beef, and then cheese
  • Sprinkle with olives
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes
  • Serve with your favorite taco toppings such as…sour cream, chopped tomatoes, chopped chives, black beans, and guacamole

Here is the printable recipe for you…

Mexican lasagna

Mexican Lasagna Recipe {Easy}

A delicious Mexican recipe for a family dinner.
5 from 1 vote
Print Pin Rate
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 928cal
Author: Melissa
Cost: $15

Ingredients

  • 1&1/2 lbs. ground beef – sirloin or very lean
  • 2 14 oz. stewed tomatoes
  • 1 medium vidalia onion chopped
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • ½ tsp. chili powder
  • ½ tsp. table salt
  • ¼ tsp. ground black pepper
  • 4 10 in. flour tortillas You can also use 6 inch flour tortillas – you'll probably use around 6
  • 3 cups Mexican Cheese Blend shredded
  • 1 2 oz. black olives sliced – drained

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, brown the beef – drain if necessary
  • Add tomatoes, onion and spices
  • Simmer, uncovered for 20 minutes
  • Arrange 1 layer of tortillas on the bottom of the pan – overlapping if needed
  • Cover tortillas with half of the beef mixture
  • Sprinkle half of the cheese over the beef
  • Repeat layers of tortillas, beef and then cheese
  • Sprinkle with olives
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes
  • Serve with your favorite taco toppings such as…sour cream, chopped tomatoes, chopped chives, black beans, and guacamole

Notes

nutrition facts are only an estimate 
Recipe Variations:
  • Add drained black beans and drained sweet corn to the beef mixture. Cook along with beef, tomatoes, and onions
Side suggestion:
  • Spanish rice, refried beans and guacamole
Topping Suggestions:
  • sour cream, tomatoes, chives, diced jalapeno

What are good add-ins for a Mexican Lasagna Recipe?

  • Enchilada sauce poured on the bottom and/or over the top layer
  • Green Chile mixed into the beef mixture
  • Canned Corn – drained – mixed into beef mixture
  • Black Beans – drained – mixed into beef mixture
  • Sour Cream – layer on top and under a layer of cheese
  • Salsa – added to beef mixture and cooked down
  • Rice – added to beef mixture
  • Rotelle

Can you make Mexican Lasagna Ahead of Time?

  • You can make Mexican Lasagna up to 1 day in advance. Cover before baking and refrigerate until ready to bake

How Long will Mexican Lasagna Last in the Fridge?

  • Covered and refrigerated, Mexican Lasagna can last up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave leftovers

Nutrition

Calories: 928cal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 64g | Fat: 71g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 29g | Trans Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 247mg | Sodium: 669mg | Potassium: 943mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 340IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 550mg | Iron: 6mg

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