Baked Taco Casserole

Get ready to elevate your taco night with this irresistible Baked Taco Casserole—a crowd-pleasing dinner that combines all your favorite Tex-Mex flavors in one hearty dish! Featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, black beans, sweet corn, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, this casserole is packed with bold and savory goodness. Crunchy tortilla chips form the base and topping, while a gooey blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese melts to perfection in the oven. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Serve it hot with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a vibrant finishing touch. This flavorful casserole is sure to become a family favorite! Keywords: taco casserole recipe, baked taco casserole, easy Tex-Mex dinner, layered casserole recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 packet Taco seasoning mix
• 0.75 cup Water
• 1 can (15 ounces) Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) Corn, drained
• 1 can (10 ounces) Diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 4 cups Tortilla chips
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Stir in the taco seasoning mix and water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens.

Step 4

Add the black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies to the skillet. Stir to combine and heat through, about 2 minutes.

Step 5

Spread half of the tortilla chips in an even layer at the bottom of the greased baking dish.

Step 6

Layer half of the ground beef mixture on top of the chips, followed by half of the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.

Step 7

Repeat the layers with the remaining tortilla chips, ground beef mixture, and cheeses.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve with sour cream and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2532.3 grams (2532.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4538

Total Fat 291.20g	373%
Saturated Fat 133.10g	665%
Polyunsaturated Fat 29.50g
Cholesterol 783mg	261%
Sodium 4741mg	206%
Total Carbohydrate 286.80g	104%
Dietary Fiber 43.60g	156%
Total Sugars 32.30g
Protein 219.80g	440%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 3249mg	250%
Iron 22mg	120%
Potassium 4327mg	92%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.4%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 24.7%