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Taco Casserole

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Author Jessica Gavin
Servings 6 people
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Taco Casserole recipe ready in just 30 minutes! Seasoned ground beef loaded with crunchy chips, melted cheese, and your choice of toppings.

Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword taco casserole recipe

Ingredients

  • 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

  1. Preheat oven to 375ºF.
  2. Heat a large nonstick pan over medium heat. Add olive oil, once hot, add the onions. Saute until translucent, 2 minutes.
  3. Add the bell peppers and saute for 2 minutes.
  4. Increase the heat to medium-high, add the beef, cook until browned, breaking the meat up until smaller pieces, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle the paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, coriander, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and flour. Stir and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Slowly add the water and cook until the beef sauce is slightly thickened.
  7. Add the corn and black beans, stir until combined.
  8. Transfer the beef mixture to a 2-quart casserole dish, spread into an even layer.
  9. Top the beef with crushed tortilla chips and cheese.
  10. Bake until the cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.
  11. Top the taco casserole with desired toppings, serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

Topping Suggestions: Olives, guacamole, red onion, sour cream, cilantro, lettuce, limes, diced tomatoes, avocado, radish, hot peppers, or salsa.

Nutrition Facts
Taco Casserole
Amount Per Serving
Calories 296 Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Fat 15g23%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Cholesterol 59mg20%
Sodium 524mg22%
Potassium 411mg12%
Carbohydrates 19g6%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 22g44%
Vitamin A 689IU14%
Vitamin C 17mg21%
Calcium 132mg13%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.