Description
Taco casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining layers of savory ground beef, zesty spices, and gooey cheese into one satisfying dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or game day gatherings, this recipe promises a burst of flavor in every bite. With minimal prep time and endless variations, taco casserole is sure to become a family favorite that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes; let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Layer half of the crushed tortilla chips in the baking dish, followed by half of the beef mixture and a sprinkle of cheese.
- Repeat with remaining chips, beef mixture, and cheese on top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg