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Walking Taco Casserole

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Walking Taco Casserole is a flavorful twist on the classic walking taco, featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, kidney beans, Fritos corn chips, and melted cheese. Customize with your favorite toppings for a delicious and easy meal!


Ingredients

Units Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 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
  • 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: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Cook Beef: In a skillet, cook the ground beef and onion until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Season: Add chili seasoning mix, beef broth, and kidney beans. Simmer for a few minutes.
  4. Layer: In a baking dish, layer Fritos, beef mixture, and shredded cheese.
  5. Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted.
  6. Serve: Top with optional toppings before serving.

Notes

  • You can customize this casserole with your favorite taco toppings like jalapeños, guacamole, and sour cream.
  • Feel free to use different types of cheese for added flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Protein: 27 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg