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Walking Taco Casserole

Walking Taco Casserole: A Fun, Easy Dinner for Everyone

Walking Taco Casserole reimagines traditional walking tacos into a family-friendly casserole that's easy to prepare and delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey/chicken for a lighter option
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning homemade seasoning can be used as a healthier alternative
  • 1/2 cup Water
For the Casserole
  • 1 can Black Beans or kidney/pinto beans
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles use fresh tomatoes for a vibrant flavor
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a healthier alternative
  • 1 bag Fritos Corn Chips or Doritos for a different flavor profile
  • 2 cups Mexican-Style Shredded Cheese Monterey Jack and sharp cheddar are great alternatives
For the Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions sliced thinly
  • 1/4 cup Jalapenos pickled or fresh
  • 1 cup Guacamole homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup Salsa choose mild or spicy

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 13x9 baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and chopped onions for 5-7 minutes until browned, draining excess fat.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and water, simmer for 2-3 minutes. Add black beans, diced tomatoes, and sour cream; heat through for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Layer Fritos in the baking dish, add half of the beef mixture, then sprinkle cheese. Repeat layering and finish with cheese on top.
  5. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes, remove foil, then bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes, then top with Fritos and serve with toppings like green onions, jalapenos, guacamole, and salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize the toppings and adjust seasonings to taste. Perfect for meal prep and easy to reheat.

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