Easy Taco Casserole Recipe: A Family Favorite

Name: Easy Taco Casserole Recipe: A Family Favorite
Total time: 1 hr 15 mins
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef; 2 cups salsa; 1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, drained; 3 cups tortilla chips, crushed; 2 cups sour cream; 1 (2 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained; 0.5 cup chopped green onion; 0.5 cup chopped fresh tomato; 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

This taco casserole, made with ground beef and crunchy tortilla chips, is a breeze to prepare and incredibly flavorful. Feel free to swap in ground turkey and low-fat dairy for a lighter version without sacrificing taste! Serve this delightful casserole with tortilla chips, zesty salsa, and a refreshing green salad for a complete meal.

Total time1 hr 15 mins
Prep time15 mins
Cook time1 hr
Yield1 9x13-inch casserole, 6

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Servings

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef
2 cups salsa
1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, drained
3 cups tortilla chips, crushed
2 cups sour cream
1 (2 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
0.5 cup chopped green onion
0.5 cup chopped fresh tomato
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Instructions

Get all the necessary ingredients ready.
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks, for about 8 to 10 minutes.
Add salsa to the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer until most of the liquid has evaporated, approximately 20 minutes. Stir in the beans and cook until they are heated through.
Arrange crushed tortilla chips at the bottom of the prepared baking dish, then spoon the beef mixture evenly over the chips. Spread sour cream over the beef layer, and sprinkle with olives, green onion, and diced tomatoes. Finish by covering the casserole with Cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is heated through and bubbly, around 30 minutes.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious taco casserole!

Nutrition

Calories: 632 kcal
Fat Content: 44 g
Fiber Content: 6 g
Sugar Content: 6 g
Sodium Content: 1308 mg
Protein Content: 32 g
Cholesterol Content: 119 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 33 g
Saturated Fat Content: 23 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g