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Easy Ground Beef Taco Casserole

Comforting Easy Ground Beef Taco Casserole for Busy Nights

This Easy Ground Beef Taco Casserole is a quick and comforting dish that brings joy to the family on busy nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Opt for lean beef to reduce fat content.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Can swap with vegetable oil.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Customize with homemade seasoning.
  • 1 cup Salsa Adjust heat level based on preference.
  • 1 can Chili Beans Black beans can be used for a lighter option.
  • 4 cups Tortilla Chips Look for gluten-free chips if needed.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a healthier substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Black Olives Can omit if not preferred.
  • 4 each Green Onions Chopped, for garnish.
  • 1 cup Fresh Tomatoes Diced, for garnish.
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack can be alternatives.

Equipment

  • 9 x 13-inch baking dish
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and coat a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the ground beef, breaking it apart until browned (about 8 to 10 minutes).
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and salsa, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for about 20 minutes.
  4. Gently fold in chili beans and heat through for another 5 minutes.
  5. Layer half of the crushed tortilla chips in the baking dish as the base.
  6. Spread the seasoned beef and bean mixture evenly over the tortilla chips.
  7. Spread sour cream over the beef mixture, then sprinkle with black olives, green onions, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese.
  8. Bake for approximately 30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Allow to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh toppings if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize ingredients to cater to dietary preferences or spice levels. This dish can be made ahead for meal prep.

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