Easy Taco Casserole
A hearty and flavorful taco casserole that brings comfort and simplicity to weeknight dinners. Packed with protein and topped with gooey cheese, it’s a delicious family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef
- 1 packet (approx. 1 oz / 28g) taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup (120ml) water
- 1 (10-ounce / 280g) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 1 (15-ounce / 425g) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce / 425g) can corn, drained
- 8–10 flour tortillas, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups (220g) shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole, chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes.
- Season the beef with taco seasoning and stir in the water. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Mix in the diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn, stirring well.
- Layer half the tortilla pieces in a greased 9×13 baking dish, followed by half the beef mixture and half the cheese. Repeat.
- Bake covered with foil for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Serve with your favorite toppings.
Notes
This casserole is forgiving and adaptable. You can easily swap proteins or add seasonal veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: taco casserole, easy dinner, weeknight meal, family recipe, comfort food