Description
Satisfy your cravings with a delicious Walking Taco Casserole, a delightful dish that captures the essence of walking tacos in a comforting, cheesy bake. This easy-to-make casserole combines seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and layers of crushed tortilla chips topped with melted cheddar cheese. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, as it can be ready in just 30 minutes. Customize it with your favorite toppings like fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and sour cream to create a meal everyone will love. Whether you’re hosting a taco night or looking for a quick family dinner idea, this one-pot wonder is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 cups tortilla chips, crushed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with salt, pepper, and taco seasoning until cooked through. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in black beans and corn, then mix in salsa until heated through.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer crushed tortilla chips followed by the beef mixture and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving topped with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, and any additional toppings you desire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg