Walking Taco Casserole
A fun and hearty casserole that combines all the flavors of tacos, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Optionally Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 2/3 cup water
- 1 can (15 oz) chili beans, undrained
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), undrained
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups crushed Doritos or corn chips (Fritos)
- 1 cup sour cream (for topping, optional)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce (for garnish, optional)
- 1 diced tomato (for garnish, optional)
- Chopped green onions or cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the ground beef and diced onion in a large skillet over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the chili beans and Rotel. Stir to combine and let simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
- Spread half of the crushed chips in a 9×13 inch baking dish. Pour the beef mixture over the chips and sprinkle shredded cheese evenly on top.
- Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and top with remaining crushed chips and desired toppings: sour cream, lettuce, diced tomatoes, green onions, or cilantro.
Notes
For extra flavor, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the meat mixture. You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option. For a vegetarian version, use black beans instead of meat.
Find it online: https://www.cuisiniu.com/walking-taco-casserole-recipe/