Cheesy Taquito Bake
Cheesy Taquito Bake layers a creamy mix of black beans, sweet corn, and tender rice under a blanket of melty Mexican cheese, then crowns it with crisp, golden taquitos. Smoky paprika and cumin add warmth, while a tangy jalapeño-lime crema and fresh cilantro brighten each bite. Perfect for game night or a casual family dinner when you want comfort with a crunchy finish.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray, then set it aside.
- 2
In a large bowl, stir together enchilada sauce, beans, corn, rice, bell pepper, red onion, cream, taco seasoning, salt, paprika, cumin, and 3 cups shredded cheese until well combined.
- 3
Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish in an even layer. Arrange taquitos evenly over the rice mixture.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven until the taquitos are crispy and the rice mixture is bubbling, about 40 minutes.
- 5
Meanwhile, whisk together sour cream, lime juice, and pickling liquid in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside, uncovered, at room temperature until ready to serve.
- 6
Remove the baking dish from the oven, and sprinkle evenly with the remaining cheese. Top evenly with jalapeño slices. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) until the cheese is melted, about 8 minutes more.
- 7
Let stand for 10 minutes. Top evenly with cilantro leaves. Drizzle each serving with jalapeño crema. Recipe developed by Amanda Stanfield
- Calories 707.8 kcal High
- Protein 22.81 g Good Source
- Carbs 54.32 g Moderate
- Total Fat 44.53 g High
- Saturated Fat 16.09 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 76.24 mg High
- Sodium 1232.67 mg High
- Fiber 5.75 g Good Source
- Sugar 8.86 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.51 g Low Source
- Calcium 500.58 mg Good Source
- Iron 3.19 mg Moderate
- Potassium 298.1 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 408.18 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 31.82 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Cheesy Taquito Bake is a Tex Mex dinner recipe made with 18 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 10 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Beef, Black Beans, Cooking Spray, and Corn. Each serving provides about 707.8 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Cheesy Taquito Bake?
- It is a Tex-Mex recipe made with 18 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Cheesy Taquito Bake made of?
- The main ingredients are Beef, Black Beans, Cooking Spray, Corn, Enchilada Sauce. The full list of 18 is above.
- What goes well with Cheesy Taquito Bake?
- Explore these Tex-Mex side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Cheesy Taquito Bake?
- About 1 hr 10 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 707.8 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Cheesy Taquito Bake easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 18 ingredients and 7 steps.
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