Quick Taco Casserole

Busy weeknight dinners just got a delicious upgrade with this Quick Taco Casserole—a layered masterpiece packed with bold Tex-Mex flavors and on the table in just 40 minutes! Featuring seasoned ground beef, zesty salsa, hearty black beans, and sweet corn, all nestled between crunchy layers of tortilla chips and melted cheddar cheese, this casserole delivers a comforting crunch in every bite. Perfectly customizable with toppings like sour cream, fresh cilantro, or spicy jalapeños, this easy taco casserole is a crowd-pleasing favorite for both weeknight meals and casual gatherings. Ideal for feeding a hungry family, this one-pan wonder is as simple to make as it is satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 tbsp taco seasoning mix
• 1.5 cups salsa
• 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
• 3 cups tortilla chips, crushed
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional garnish)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional garnish)
• 2 tbsp sliced jalapeños (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3

Stir in the taco seasoning mix, salsa, black beans, and corn. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring to combine. Remove from heat.

Step 4

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread half of the crushed tortilla chips across the bottom in an even layer.

Step 5

Spoon half of the beef mixture over the tortilla chips, then sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.

Step 6

Repeat the layers: add the remaining half of the tortilla chips, the remaining beef mixture, and the final cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 7

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Optionally, garnish with sour cream, fresh cilantro, and sliced jalapeños.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1568.1 grams (1568.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1919

Total Fat 107.10g	137%
Saturated Fat 44.80g	224%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 381mg	127%
Sodium 4553mg	198%
Total Carbohydrate 139.30g	51%
Dietary Fiber 34.50g	123%
Total Sugars 36.60g
Protein 111.20g	222%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 440mg	34%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 3677mg	78%

*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: 49.0%

Protein: 22.6%

Carbs: 28.3%