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Walking Taco Casserole Recipe

Walking Taco Casserole Recipe

4.8 from 13 reviews

This Walking Taco Casserole recipe combines all the flavors of a classic taco in an easy-to-make casserole dish. Layers of seasoned ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and cheese are topped with crunchy corn chips and your favorite taco toppings. A crowd-pleasing dish perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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Ground Beef Mixture:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, chopped finely
  • 1 package taco seasoning
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 can black beans, 15 ounces, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles, 10 ounces
  • ½ cup sour cream

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 bag Fritos corn chips, 9.25 ounces
  • 2 cups Mexican-style shredded cheese
  • Toppings:

    • Green onions, sliced
    • Sour cream
    • Guacamole
    • Salsa
    • Jalapenos

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and spray a 13×9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Cook the ground beef: In a large skillet, brown the ground beef, then add the onions and cook until softened.
  3. Season the beef: Stir in the taco seasoning and water, then add the beans, diced tomatoes with chiles, and sour cream. Cook until heated through.
  4. Assemble the casserole: Layer corn chips, cheese, beef mixture, and repeat, ending with cheese on top.
  5. Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 5 minutes until bubbly.
  6. Top and serve: Remove from the oven, add more corn chips on top, and garnish with your favorite toppings.

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Keywords: Walking Taco Casserole, Taco Casserole Recipe, Easy Casserole, Mexican Casserole, Ground Beef Casserole