End Zone Enchilada Casserole Recipe

Touchdown! This crowd-pleasing End Zone Enchilada Casserole is the ultimate game-day recipe. Inspired by a local news segment, this hearty casserole is packed with flavor and easy to customize. Perfect for Super Bowl Sunday or any gathering, it's a delicious main dish that's sure to score big with your family and friends!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Calories 698.8 kcal

Protein 46g

Rating Be the first

Recipe Actions

Share this recipe:

Recipe Author

The Forktionary Kitchen Team

Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for End Zone Enchilada Casserole

6 cups coarsely crumbled tortilla chips, divided
1 medium onion, chopped
2 (15-ounce) cans chili beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup enchilada sauce
cups tomato sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup sour cream
cups cheese
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
1/2 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
As needed shredded lettuce (optional)
1 pound ground beef or turkey (optional)

Cook Smarter with Sous, Your Kitchen Companion

Missing an ingredient for this End Zone Enchilada Casserole? Need a perfect wine pairing or a healthy side dish idea? Don't guess—ask Sous! Your AI-powered sous-chef is ready to help you swap ingredients, adjust serving sizes, and discover flavor tips in seconds.

How to Make End Zone Enchilada Casserole

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Coarsely crumble 6 cups of tortilla chips into a large mixing bowl.
Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 (15-ounce) cans of beans (drained and rinsed), 1 cup enchilada sauce, 1/2 cup salsa, and 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
Gently stir to combine all ingredients.
Spoon the mixture into a greased 13x9 inch baking pan or casserole dish.
Bake for 20 minutes.
Spread 1 cup of sour cream evenly over the top of the casserole. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup of tortilla chips and 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
Bake for another 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Serve immediately.
**Variations:** Add 1/2 cup sliced black olives, substitute up to 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce with salsa, serve over a bed of shredded lettuce, or add a dollop of sour cream and chopped cilantro before serving.
**Hearty Version:** Brown 1 pound of ground beef or turkey; drain excess grease. Mix browned meat with the sauces before adding to the casserole.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

61 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

84g

Carbs

21g

Recipe Categories (Choose a category and find related recipes!)

Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Bean & Lentil Recipes The Americas American Mexican Holiday Recipes Game Day Recipes Baking One Pot Meals

Recipe Tags (Choose a tag and find related recipes!)

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make End Zone Enchilada Casserole?

End Zone Enchilada Casserole takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in End Zone Enchilada Casserole?

End Zone Enchilada Casserole has approximately 698.8 calories per serving, with about 46 g protein, 21 g carbohydrates and 61 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for End Zone Enchilada Casserole?

The key ingredients for End Zone Enchilada Casserole are Tortilla Chips, Onions, Chili Beans, Enchilada Sauce, Tomato Sauce, Sharp Cheddar Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.