A delightful and easy-to-make casserole featuring layers of seasoned turkey, tortillas, and a medley of flavorful ingredients.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Preheating ensures even cooking from the start.
In a large skillet, cook the ground turkey and diced onion over medium heat until the turkey is browned and fully cooked.
Break up the turkey into small pieces as it cooks for even browning.
Stir in the taco seasoning and follow the package instructions for adding water and simmering.
Let the mixture simmer to allow the flavors to meld.
Spray a 9x9 casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
This prevents sticking and makes cleanup easier.
Layer half of the tortilla pieces on the bottom of the dish.
Cutting the tortillas into smaller pieces helps with layering.
Spread half of the turkey mixture, black beans, salsa, sour cream, and shredded cheese over the tortillas.
Distribute the ingredients evenly for consistent layers.
Repeat the layers with the remaining tortillas, turkey mixture, black beans, salsa, sour cream, and cheese.
Press down gently to compact the layers.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Covering the dish prevents the top from overbrowning.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to melt and slightly brown the cheese.
Keep an eye on the cheese to avoid burning.
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Allowing it to rest helps the layers set for easier serving.