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Walking Taco Casserole

Walking Taco Casserole: Your New Easy Weeknight Winner

Discover the easy Walking Taco Casserole, a delightful dish combining ground beef, Fritos, and cheese—all in one satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 Onion Finely chopped.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Store-bought or homemade.
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 can Black Beans Kidney beans or pinto beans can be used.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles Fresh tomatoes can be substituted.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a healthier option.
  • 8 oz Fritos Corn Chips Doritos can be used for a different flavor.
  • 2 cups Mexican-Style Shredded Cheese Monterey Jack or sharp cheddar can be used.
For Toppings
  • 2 Green Onions Chopped finely.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream For topping.
  • 1 cup Guacamole
  • 1 cup Salsa
  • 1 Jalapenos Fresh or pickled.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Walking Taco Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 13x9 inch baking dish by spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add the finely chopped onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning and water, bringing to a gentle boil. Reduce heat, add black beans, diced tomatoes with green chiles, and sour cream. Cook for 8-10 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.
  4. In the greased baking dish, layer Fritos as the base, then a cup of shredded cheese, followed by the beef mixture. Top with the remaining cheese.
  5. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  6. Let cool for a few minutes before topping with extra Fritos and your choice of toppings like green onions, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or jalapeños.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 28gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be customized with different toppings and ingredients based on preference.

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