Taco Casserole
Taco casserole is a delightful fusion of comforting flavors and textures that will have your family coming back for seconds. This easy-to-make dish features layers of seasoned ground beef, black beans, zesty tomatoes, and crunchy tortilla chips, all topped with melted cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings, taco casserole transforms any meal into a memorable experience. Get ready to enjoy a satisfying dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
- 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
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced fire-roasted tomatoes
- 4 cups tortilla chips (thick)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream (for topping)
- 3 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water per package instructions; stir until well combined.
- Mix in black beans and diced tomatoes; heat through for about 5 minutes.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the tortilla chips, followed by half of the beef mixture and half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil during the last 5 minutes for a golden crust.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving with sour cream and sliced green onions on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 280g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg