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Walking Taco Casserole

Savory Walking Taco Casserole That’ll Wow Your Family

This Walking Taco Casserole combines crunchy, cheesy goodness in a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can swap with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped, can use bell pepper or shallots.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Consider homemade for better sodium control.
  • 1/2 cup Water No substitutions needed.
  • 1 can Black Beans Kidney or pinto beans can be used as alternatives.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles Fresh diced tomatoes or salsa can replace in a pinch.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream You can use Greek yogurt as a lighter alternative.
  • 4 cups Fritos Corn Chips Tortilla chips or Doritos can provide different flavor profiles.
  • 2 cups Mexican-style Shredded Cheese Shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar are great substitutes.
For the Toppings
  • 3 tablespoons Green Onions A classic garnish.
  • 1 cup Guacamole Homemade version can elevate the dish.
  • 1 cup Salsa Adjust heat according to preference.
  • 1/4 cup Jalapenos Can be fresh or pickled.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • baking dish
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 13x9 inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes, then add chopped onion and cook until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and water, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat and stir in black beans, diced tomatoes, and sour cream, cooking for 8-10 minutes.
  5. In the baking dish, create your first layer with half of the Fritos, followed by half of the shredded cheese. Layer the beef mixture on top.
  6. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and cover with aluminum foil.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  8. Cool slightly before serving, topping with remaining Fritos and garnishes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This casserole is customizable, feel free to add different toppings or proteins as desired.

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