Walking Taco Casserole

🌮 Walking Taco Casserole

All the flavors of a taco in a cozy, cheesy, baked dish — no walking required!

📋 Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)

1 small onion, diced

1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning)

1/2 cup water

1 can (10 oz) Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained)

1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese

1 bag (9.75 oz) Nacho Cheese Doritos or Fritos, crushed slightly

Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, green onions, avocado

👩‍🍳 Directions:

1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

2️⃣ Cook beef and onion

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until meat is browned. Drain excess fat if needed.

3️⃣ Add seasoning & mix-ins

Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes. Then add Rotel and black beans. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until well combined and heated through.

4️⃣ Layer the casserole

In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish:

Spread a layer of slightly crushed chips on the bottom.

Top with the beef mixture.

Sprinkle evenly with shredded cheese.

5️⃣ Bake

Place casserole in the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

6️⃣ Top & Serve

Top with more crushed chips and your favorite taco toppings like sour cream, lettuce, and tomatoes.

⏱ Time & Servings:

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Serves: 6–8

✨ Tip: This is a great potluck or weeknight dinner recipe. Kids love it, and it reheats well too!