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Cheesy Loaded Taco Casserole for Easy Weeknight Dinners

Cheesy Loaded Taco Casserole for Easy Weeknight Dinners


  • Author: Adriana
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious and easy-to-make Cheesy Loaded Taco Casserole perfect for weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lb ground beef
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup tortilla chips, crushed
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and salsa. Cook for another 5 minutes until heated through.
  4. In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer half of the beef mixture, followed by half of the cheddar cheese.
  5. Add the crushed tortilla chips on top, then layer the remaining beef mixture and finish with the rest of the cheese.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Top with sour cream and green onions before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of cumin or chili powder to the beef while cooking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg