Description
Easy Taco Casserole is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, crispy tater tots, and gooey cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this casserole is not only hearty but also incredibly easy to customize with your favorite toppings like salsa and sour cream. In just 45 minutes, you can have a delicious meal on the table that everyone will love. Plus, it’s a one-dish wonder, making cleanup a breeze!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 can petite diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
- 1 can refried beans (16 ounces)
- 1 bag frozen tater tots (16 ounces)
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and drained tomatoes; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Layer refried beans at the bottom of the baking dish, then add tater tots followed by the beef mixture. Top with cheddar cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Serve hot with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 885mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg