Walking Taco Casserole – your new favorite dinner!
Walking Taco Casserole
This Walking Taco Casserole is a fun and delicious twist on the classic walking taco, perfect for family dinners or game day gatherings. It’s a layered dish of seasoned ground beef, crunchy corn chips, and all your favorite taco toppings!
Ingredients:
– 1 lb ground beef
– 1 packet taco seasoning mix
– 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (Rotel), undrained
– 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 cup corn kernels (canned or frozen)
– 3 cups corn chips (like Fritos)
– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
– 1/2 cup sour cream
– 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
– 1/4 cup chopped green onions
– 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)
– 1 large tomato, chopped
– 1 cup shredded lettuce
Directions:
– Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
– In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
– Add the taco seasoning mix, diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and corn. Stir to combine and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
2. Assemble the Casserole:
– In a 9×13-inch baking dish, spread a layer of corn chips on the bottom.
– Spoon the beef mixture evenly over the chips.
– Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
3. Bake the Casserole:
– Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. Add Toppings and Serve:
– Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly.
– Spread the sour cream over the top of the casserole, then sprinkle with sliced black olives, chopped green onions, chopped cilantro, chopped tomato, and shredded lettuce.
5. Serve:
– Scoop portions of the Walking Taco Casserole onto plates, making sure to include all the layers.
– Enjoy your Walking Taco Casserole with extra sour cream, salsa, or guacamole on the side!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Calorie Count per serving: 400 kcal
Serving Size: 6 servings
