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Walking Taco Casserole

Walking Taco Casserole: Comforting Family Favorite


  • Author: Emily Parker
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious and easy-to-make Walking Taco Casserole that combines all your favorite taco flavors.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs ground beef
  • 1 cup onion, chopped
  • 3 oz cream cheese
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can green chilis
  • 2-3 cups Fritos corn chips
  • 1 cup shredded taco blend cheese
  • 1 Roma tomato, chopped
  • 1-2 cups shredded lettuce
  • Salsa and sour cream for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef and onion over medium heat until the beef is cooked through.
  3. Add cream cheese, taco seasoning, and green chilis. Stir until combined.
  4. In a baking dish, layer Fritos corn chips at the bottom.
  5. Spread the beef mixture over the Fritos.
  6. Sprinkle shredded taco blend cheese on top.
  7. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted.
  8. Remove from the oven and top with chopped tomato and shredded lettuce.
  9. Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of taco seasoning to your taste.
  • For a spicier dish, add jalapeños.
  • This dish can be made ahead and reheated.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Walking Taco Casserole, Taco, Casserole, Easy Dinner