Taco Casserole

Dive into the vibrant flavors of this easy Taco Casserole, a hearty and family-friendly dish that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner! Layers of soft flour tortillas, tender seasoned ground beef, zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and sweet corn come together under a blanket of melty, golden cheddar cheese for a meal that’s bursting with Tex-Mex flair. Topped with sliced black olives, fresh green onions, and a sprinkle of cilantro, this casserole is as colorful as it is flavorful. With just 20 minutes of prep and a single baking dish, this recipe is a quick and crowd-pleasing alternative to traditional tacos. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream or a side of guacamole for the ultimate taco night twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 Yellow onion, chopped
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 1 package Taco seasoning mix
• 0.67 cup Water
• 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 15 ounces Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Frozen corn, thawed
• 4 8-inch Flour tortillas
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Sliced black olives
• 2 Green onions, chopped
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray or oil.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic until the beef is browned and the onions are soft, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.

Step 3

Stir in the taco seasoning mix and water. Simmer for about 2 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, and corn to the beef mixture. Stir to combine and heat through, about another 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Place two tortillas at the bottom of the prepared baking dish to cover the base.

Step 6

Spread half of the beef mixture over the tortillas, and sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 7

Repeat the layering with the remaining two tortillas, rest of the beef mixture, and another cup of cheese.

Step 8

Sprinkle sliced black olives and chopped green onions over the top layer of cheese.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2536.2 grams (2536.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3357

Total Fat 190.10g	244%
Saturated Fat 91.60g	458%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 563mg	188%
Sodium 6044mg	263%
Total Carbohydrate 258.50g	94%
Dietary Fiber 53.60g	191%
Total Sugars 31.90g
Protein 180.50g	361%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2408mg	185%
Iron 31mg	170%
Potassium 4373mg	93%

*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: 49.3%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 29.8%