Manda's Taco Casserole

Manda's Taco Casserole
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    82

A comforting and crowd-pleasing casserole that layers savory, seasoned ground beef, hearty chili beans, and crunchy tortilla chips, all blanketed in melted Cheddar cheese. It's a guaranteed hit for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    41 g
  • Cholesterol
    128 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    39 g
  • Saturated Fat
    19 g
  • Sodium
    1453 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    44 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 14 mins In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and crumbly (about 10 minutes). Drain off any excess grease. Stir in water and taco seasoning mix. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened (about 3-4 minutes).

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Recipe View 5 mins While the beef simmers, gently heat the chili beans in a saucepan over low heat until simmering. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 0 mins In a casserole dish, create layers of tortilla chips, ground beef mixture, and chili beans. Repeat the layers until all the chips, beef, and beans are used, finishing with a layer of chips. Top generously with shredded Cheddar cheese.

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Recipe View 15 mins Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the edges of the tortilla chips are golden brown (about 15 minutes).

For an extra layer of flavor, try adding a can of drained and rinsed corn to the chili bean mixture.
Feel free to substitute ground turkey or chicken for the ground beef.
If you prefer a milder flavor, use mild chili beans or reduce the amount of taco seasoning.
Customize the casserole with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or chopped tomatoes.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 27 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Arvel Mante

    I added a layer of refried beans to the bottom of the casserole dish, and it was a great addition!

  • Amaya Yost

    This is a great recipe to make ahead of time. Just assemble the casserole and refrigerate it until you're ready to bake.

  • Alta Sawayn

    Next time, I'll try using different flavored tortilla chips for a fun twist.

  • Ahmad Bernier

    This casserole is always a hit with my family! It's so easy to make and everyone loves the combination of flavors and textures.

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