Walking Taco Casserole
A delightful and satisfying dish that perfectly combines ground beef, nacho cheese chips, and a medley of flavorful ingredients, making it a favorite for gatherings and family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 bag (11 ounces) nacho cheese chips, crushed
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sour cream for serving
- 1 cup salsa for serving
- Fresh cilantro and jalapeño slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and onion until the meat is browned, and the onion is tender. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
Layering
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, start by spreading half of the crushed nacho cheese chips as the base layer.
- On top of the chips, add half of the beef and veggie mixture.
- Sprinkle one cup of cheddar cheese on the mixture.
Final Assembly
- Repeat the layering process, starting with the remaining chips, the remaining beef and veggie mixture, and finally, the last cup of cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbling.
- Once out of the oven, let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with a dollop of sour cream, a drizzle of salsa, and garnish with fresh cilantro and jalapeño slices for an extra flair.