Fantastic Taco Casserole

Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Fantastic Taco Casserole, a crowd-pleasing recipe that combines bold Mexican flavors with an irresistible cheesy, crunchy texture. Perfect for feeding a family or spicing up a weeknight dinner, this easy casserole layers seasoned ground beef, black beans, sweet corn, and zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies over a bed of crushed tortilla chips. Topped with gooey melted Mexican blend cheese and finished with a dollop of sour cream, sliced green onions, and optional fresh cilantro, every bite is packed with savory satisfaction. Ready in just 40 minutes, this taco casserole is the perfect blend of quick prep, layers of flavor, and a comforting taco-inspired twist. It’s sure to become a go-to recipe for potlucks, parties, or any time you crave a dish that's as vibrant as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
• 0.25 cup water
• 4 cups tortilla chips, crushed
• 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) sweet corn, drained
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
• 1 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup sliced green onions
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 2 minutes until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat.

Step 5

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread half of the crushed tortilla chips evenly across the bottom.

Step 6

Layer half of the cooked beef mixture on top of the chips.

Step 7

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese evenly over the beef layer.

Step 8

Spread the black beans, sweet corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies evenly over the cheese layer.

Step 9

Spread the remaining beef mixture on top, followed by the remaining crushed tortilla chips.

Step 10

Top with the remaining shredded cheese, covering the entire surface.

Step 11

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

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

Step 13

Dollop sour cream on top and garnish with sliced green onions and fresh cilantro, if desired.

Step 14

Serve warm and enjoy this fantastic taco casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2479.3 grams (2479.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4275

Total Fat 253.60g	325%
Saturated Fat 111.80g	559%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 636mg	212%
Sodium 7450mg	324%
Total Carbohydrate 355.10g	129%
Dietary Fiber 53.60g	191%
Total Sugars 54.90g
Protein 191.10g	382%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2385mg	183%
Iron 25mg	137%
Potassium 4471mg	95%

*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: 51.1%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 31.8%