Description
Walking Taco Casserole is a delightful twist on the classic walking taco, combining layers of seasoned ground beef, black beans, crunchy corn chips, and gooey cheese. This easy casserole comes together in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with family and friends. With the ability to customize toppings like jalapeños and sour cream, this dish is not only a crowd-pleaser but also a comforting meal that everyone will enjoy. Leftovers store well, ensuring you can relish this tasty creation throughout the week.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound 90% lean ground beef
- 1 (1-ounce) packet taco seasoning
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 (9.25-ounce) bag corn chips (Doritos, plain tortilla chips, or Fritos)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, cilantro, sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil over medium heat. Sauté 1 diced onion for about 5 minutes until softened, then add 3 minced garlic cloves.
- Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary. Stir in a packet of taco seasoning along with the black beans and salsa; cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer half the corn chips, half the beef mixture, and half the shredded cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg