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Taco Casserole
Jessica Gavin
Taco Casserole recipe ready in just 30 minutes! Seasoned ground beef loaded with crunchy chips, melted cheese, and your choice of toppings.
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Prep Time
15
mins
Cook Time
15
mins
Total Time
30
mins
Course
Appetizer
Cuisine
Mexican
Servings
6
people
Calories
296
kcal
Ingredients
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1
tablespoon
olive oil
½
cup
diced red onion
½
cup
diced bell pepper
1
pound
lean ground beef
93% lean
1
teaspoon
smoked paprika
¾
teaspoon
cumin
¾
teaspoon
kosher salt
½
teaspoon
black pepper
¼
teaspoon
coriander
¼
teaspoon
dried oregano
¼
teaspoon
garlic powder
¼
teaspoon
onion powder
¼
teaspoon
chili powder
1
tablespoon
all-purpose flour
¾
cup
water
½
cup
corn kernels
½
cup
black beans
rinsed and drained
1
cup
chips
lightly crushed
⅓
cup
shredded sharp cheddar cheese
⅓
cup
shredded Monterey jack cheese
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375ºF.
Heat a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Add olive oil, once hot, add the onions. Saute until translucent, 2 minutes.
Add the bell peppers and saute for 2 minutes.
Increase the heat to medium-high, add the beef, cook until browned, breaking the meat up until smaller pieces, about 4 to 5 minutes.
Sprinkle the paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, coriander, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and flour. Stir and cook for 1 minute.
Slowly add the water and cook until the beef sauce is slightly thickened.
Add the corn and black beans, stir until combined.
Transfer the beef mixture to a 2-quart casserole dish, spread into an even layer.
Top the beef with crushed tortilla chips and cheese.
Bake until the cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.
Top the taco casserole with desired toppings, serve immediately.
Notes
Topping Suggestions
: Olives, guacamole, red onion, sour cream, cilantro, lettuce, limes, diced tomatoes, avocado, radish, hot peppers, or salsa.
Nutrition
Calories:
296
kcal
Carbohydrates:
19
g
Protein:
22
g
Fat:
15
g
Saturated Fat:
5
g
Cholesterol:
59
mg
Sodium:
524
mg
Potassium:
411
mg
Fiber:
3
g
Sugar:
2
g
Vitamin A:
689
IU
Vitamin C:
17
mg
Calcium:
132
mg
Iron:
3
mg