Description
This delicious Taco Casserole combines savory ground beef with salsa, beans, and crunchy tortilla chips, topped with melted Cheddar cheese and fresh toppings for a hearty and flavorful meal that’s easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
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Meat and Beans
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, drained
Sauces and Chips
- 2 cups salsa
- 3 cups tortilla chips, crushed
Dairy
- 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
- 2 cups sour cream
Vegetables and Garnishes
- 1 (2 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
- 1/2 cup chopped green onion
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomato
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Place all ingredients in separate glass bowls to organize before cooking.
- Preheat oven. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cook the ground beef. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and crumbly, about 8-10 minutes.
- Make the beef mixture. Stir in the salsa, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until the liquid is mostly absorbed, approximately 20 minutes. Add the drained beans and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Assemble the casserole. Spread crushed tortilla chips evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Spoon the cooked beef mixture over the chips. Dollop sour cream on top of the beef mixture, then sprinkle with sliced black olives, chopped green onions, and chopped tomatoes. Finish by evenly sprinkling shredded Cheddar cheese over everything.
- Bake the casserole. Place the assembled dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot. Let it cool slightly before serving. Garnish with additional toppings if desired and enjoy your flavorful taco casserole!
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- For added spice, incorporate jalapeños or hot sauce into the beef mixture.
- This casserole can be assembled in advance and baked later.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of casserole)
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
