Hearty Taco Casserole

Dive into a crowd-pleasing weeknight meal with this **Hearty Taco Casserole**, a comforting combination of bold Tex-Mex flavors layered into a single baked dish. Featuring seasoned ground beef, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and sweet corn, this casserole is topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and a golden, crunchy layer of crushed tortilla chips for irresistible texture. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, it’s baked to perfection in under 30, making it an easy go-to when you’re short on time but craving big flavor. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish, and pair it with your favorite toppings like guacamole, salsa, or extra sour cream for a customizable dinner your family will love. Perfect for meal prep, casual gatherings, or taco night with a twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups tortilla chips, crushed
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it into crumbles with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess grease and return the beef to the skillet.

Step 3

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion softens and becomes translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and corn. Mix well and let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 5

Remove the skillet from the heat and gently fold in the sour cream until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Spread half of the ground beef mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 7

Add the remaining ground beef mixture on top of the cheese layer, then sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

Step 8

Evenly scatter the crushed tortilla chips over the casserole.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the tortilla chip topping is golden brown.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2075.3 grams (2075.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3630

Total Fat 231.40g	297%
Saturated Fat 115.80g	579%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 678mg	226%
Sodium 7777mg	338%
Total Carbohydrate 240.60g	87%
Dietary Fiber 43.80g	156%
Total Sugars 40.50g
Protein 183.70g	367%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2277mg	175%
Iron 19mg	108%
Potassium 3437mg	73%

*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: 55.1%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 25.5%