Walking Taco Casserole
Walking Taco Casserole brings the fiesta to your dinner table with layers of seasoned ground beef, zesty salsa, crunchy tortilla chips, and gooey cheddar cheese. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for family gatherings or game day celebrations. Customize it with your favorite toppings for a fun and interactive dining experience that will leave everyone satisfied. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 oz taco seasoning (1 packet)
- 1 cup salsa
- 15 oz black beans, rinsed and drained (1 can)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 cups tortilla chips
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Stir in taco seasoning, salsa, and black beans; mix until heated through.
- Layer half of the tortilla chips in the baking dish, followed by half of the beef mixture and half of the cheddar cheese. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for about 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving topped with sour cream, green onions, and shredded lettuce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey or use lentils for a vegetarian version. Feel free to add other toppings like diced tomatoes or jalapeños for extra flavor. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.