Oh yes 😋 Let’s make a hearty, cheesy taco casserole—all the flavors of tacos in a cozy, oven-baked dish.
Taco Casserole
Ingredients (6 servings)
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade: 1 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, ½ tsp paprika, ½ tsp salt, pinch of cayenne)
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 6–8 small flour tortillas, cut into strips or squares
- Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños
Instructions
1. Cook the meat
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium heat until browned, 5–7 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Stir in taco seasoning, diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn. Cook 2–3 minutes until combined.
2. Assemble the casserole
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer half of the tortilla pieces in the bottom of the dish.
- Spread half of the meat mixture over the tortillas.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese on top.
- Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, meat, and cheese.
3. Bake
- Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake another 5–10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
4. Serve
- Let cool 5 minutes before serving.
- Top with sour cream, salsa, cilantro, or jalapeños if desired.
Tips
- Make-ahead: Assemble the casserole a day in advance and refrigerate; bake when ready.
- Extra flavor: Add a layer of refried beans or a sprinkle of taco sauce between layers.
- Vegetarian version: Omit meat and add extra beans, diced peppers, and zucchini.
- Crunchy topping: Crush tortilla chips over the top for a crispy finish.
I can also give a one-pan skillet version that’s faster, less cleanup, and still cheesy and layered like a casserole.
Do you want me to do that?
