Description
Taco Casserole is a crowd-pleasing dish that layers seasoned ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and melted cheese into a hearty meal. This easy-to-make recipe elevates any gathering with its bold flavors and inviting aroma, making it perfect for Taco Tuesday or family dinners. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and tastes that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (red, green, or yellow)
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through; drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and a splash of water; cook for 2 minutes.
- Add chopped onions and bell peppers; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Mix in black beans and corn; stir until heated through, about 3 minutes.
- In a baking dish, layer half of the beef mixture, followed by crushed tortilla chips and half of the cheese. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 65mg