Walking Taco Casserole
A fun, family-friendly casserole inspired by the classic walking taco, featuring layers of seasoned beef, creamy cheese, and crunchy Fritos.
Want This Recipe Later?
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 envelope taco seasoning mix
- 2 ounces cream cheese cubed
- 1 10-ounce can Rotel style tomatoes
- 1 15-ounce can Ranch style beans drained
- 3 cups Frito corn chips
- 2 cups Mexican blend cheese shredded
- 1 jalapeno pepper optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a 2-quart casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and crumble 1 pound of ground beef until browned and 160°F, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed, then add the taco seasoning mix and stir to combine.
- Stir in the cubed cream cheese, Rotel tomatoes, and drained Ranch-style beans. Stir until the cream cheese is melted and all ingredients are well combined.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in the casserole dish. Add a layer of Frito corn chips over the beef, then sprinkle with the shredded Mexican blend cheese.
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and garnish with sliced jalapenos if desired. Serve with additional toppings such as shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, sour cream, green onions, and black olives.
Notes
This casserole is great for family dinners or gatherings. Customize each serving with your favorite taco toppings. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and eat within 3 to 4 days; reheat to 165°F.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingsCalories: 514kcalCarbohydrates: 35.8gProtein: 32.9gFat: 31.1gSaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.8gCholesterol: 101mgSodium: 780mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4.5g