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Walking Taco Casserole: A Delicious Family Favorite!

Walking Taco Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines all the flavors of a walking taco in a hearty casserole form, perfect for family dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups tortilla chips crushed
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix
  • 1 can 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 15 ounces corn, drained
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1 avocado diced (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning mix, black beans, corn, and salsa. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
  4. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, layer half of the crushed tortilla chips on the bottom.
  5. Pour the beef mixture evenly over the chips, then sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  6. Add the remaining crushed tortilla chips and top with the rest of the cheddar cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Top with sour cream, sliced green onions, and diced avocado if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/6 of the casseroleCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with a plant-based meat alternative or extra beans.
  • Add diced tomatoes or jalapeños for extra flavor and spice.

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