Description
Experience the delightful flavors of a walking taco in a comforting casserole form. This Walking Taco Casserole Recipe combines savory ground beef, creamy cheese, and crunchy Fritos, creating a dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. With its layers of delicious ingredients, this easy-to-make casserole ensures satisfaction for everyone at the table. Customize it with your favorite toppings like guacamole or jalapeños, making it a versatile option for any occasion. Enjoy the warmth and heartiness of this unique meal that’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion (chopped)
- 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
- 1 bag Fritos corn chips (9.25 ounces)
- 2 cups Mexican-style shredded cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 13×9 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown ground beef until nearly cooked through; add onions and cook until soft.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water; bring to a boil and then reduce heat.
- Add black beans, diced tomatoes, and sour cream; mix well and cook for about 8–10 minutes.
- Layer Fritos on the bottom of the baking dish, top with cheese, half of the beef mixture, another layer of chips, remaining beef mixture, and finish with more cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (about 220g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg