Taco Casserole
Taco casserole is a crowd-pleaser that combines seasoned ground beef, zesty salsa, and melty cheese into a comforting dish perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and customizable, this layered delight is sure to impress at family dinners or festive gatherings. With its inviting aroma and vibrant colors, your loved ones will be eager to dig in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 cups crushed tortilla chips
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink.
- Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water; mix well.
- Add salsa, black beans, and corn; simmer until heated through.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the crushed tortilla chips, half of the meat mixture, and one cup of cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (about 300g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg