Smother your favorite frozen burritos in enchilada sauce and shredded cheese to make this super easy weeknight meal.
The easiest dinner you’ll ever make!
Turning frozen burritos into a casserole is one of the easiest ways to create a comforting family dinner with very little effort. Once the burritos are covered with enchilada sauce and melted cheese, they taste surprisingly similar to homemade enchiladas.
You can use almost any flavor of frozen burrito you enjoy, including beef, chicken, steak, bean, or cheese varieties. This recipe is especially handy on busy weeknights when you need a filling meal without spending much time in the kitchen.
It is also a great option for families with picky eaters because everyone can add their favorite toppings after baking. Serve the casserole with sour cream, avocado, fresh tomatoes, cilantro, salsa, or jalapeños for an easy meal that can be customized to your taste.
Ingredients
- 8 frozen burritos
- 1 (28-ounce) can enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- Sour cream, for serving
How to Make Frozen Burrito Casserole
Start by lightly greasing a 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange the frozen burritos in a single layer inside the dish. Depending on the size of your burritos, you should be able to fit about eight, with a couple turned sideways to make everything fit comfortably.
Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the frozen burritos, making sure they are well covered. Place the uncovered baking dish in a preheated 375°F oven and bake for about 30 minutes.
Once the burritos have heated through and the sauce is bubbling, carefully remove the casserole from the oven. Sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese evenly over the top.
Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese has completely melted and looks hot and bubbly.
Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Top each portion with sour cream and any additional toppings you enjoy.
Topping Ideas
There are plenty of ways to customize this simple casserole. Try adding diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, jalapeños, diced onions, or your favorite salsa.
You can also serve it alongside rice and black beans to turn the casserole into a more substantial family meal.
Easy Taquito Variation
This recipe works well with frozen taquitos, too. If you want to use taquitos instead of burritos, choose a smaller baking dish and use a smaller amount of enchilada sauce so the taquitos do not become overly saturated.
Taquitos generally need less time in the oven, so reduce the initial baking time by roughly 10 minutes. Add the shredded cheese near the end and continue baking until it melts completely.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Frozen burrito casserole is inexpensive, simple, and incredibly convenient. It requires only a few basic ingredients and minimal preparation, making it ideal for busy evenings when you do not want to spend a lot of time cooking.
The combination of warm burritos, savory enchilada sauce, and melted cheese creates a satisfying comfort-food dinner that the whole family can enjoy. Best of all, you can change the burrito flavor and toppings whenever you want to create a slightly different meal.