Cheesy Enchilada Meatball Casserole – This meal is super easy to throw together – literally, you just mix your ingredient together and put it all in the oven – and then you’re left with an incredibly flavorful, well-rounded meal that’s perfect for bringing the family together on busy nights.
Many sources say the first meatball was made in ancient Persia, but this is debated by food scholars. Nevertheless, these meatballs, called kofta, caught on and inspired new recipes as the Persians traded with neighboring countries and exchanged goods and knowledge.
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Cheesy Enchilada Meatball Casserole
This meal is super easy to throw together – literally, you just mix your ingredient together and put it all in the oven – and then you’re left with an incredibly flavorful, well-rounded meal that’s perfect for bringing the family together on busy nights.
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Servings: 8
Calories: 155kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 15 oz can black beans
- 1/2 yellow onion finely chopped
- 2 cups mexican cheese divided
- 1 22 oz bag meatballs
- 1 10 oz can enchilada sauce
- 1 bunch cilantro garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350º F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Place rice, black beans, onion, 1 cup cheese and meatballs in a large bowl, then pour enchilada sauce on top, mixing until everything is thoroughly coated.
- Transfer mixture to baking dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Place baking dish in oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and top with cilantro. Serve hot and enjoy.
Nutrition
Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 197mg | Potassium: 53mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 252IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 190mg | Iron: 1mg
