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Walking Taco Casserole Recipe

Walking Taco Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 5 Servings
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

Walking Taco Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines all the flavors of a classic walking taco in a comforting casserole form. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends, this recipe is sure to be a hit!


Ingredients

Units Scale

Ground Beef Mixture:

  • 1 pound ground beef (80-90% lean)
  • 1 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 packet chili seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup beef broth or water
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained

Assembly:

  • 1/2 bag Fritos corn chips
  • 3 cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend or cheddar)
  • Optional Toppings: shredded lettuce, jalapeños, chopped tomatoes, sour cream, green onions, cilantro, guacamole

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Cook the beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onions until the beef is browned and the onions are tender. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Season the beef: Turn off the heat and mix in the chili seasoning, beef broth, drained kidney beans, and 1 cup of shredded cheese.
  4. Assemble: Spread the beef mixture into a casserole dish and top with corn chips and remaining shredded cheese.
  5. Bake: Bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Serve: Top with your favorite toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, jalapeños, sour cream, green onions, cilantro, or guacamole.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 480 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 770mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg