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Walking Taco Casserole

Easy Walking Taco Casserole Everyone Loves


  • Author: Emily Parker
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

A hearty and flavorful casserole that combines the crunch of Fritos with seasoned ground beef, cheese, and fresh toppings.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 pounds Ground Beef
  • 1/3 large Onion, chopped
  • 1 can (small) Green Chilies
  • 1 can (15 ounces) Enchilada Sauce
  • 2 ounces Cream Cheese
  • 1 bag Fritos Corn Chips
  • 1 bag Shredded Cheese
  • 3/4 cup Lettuce, shredded
  • 1/2 cup Tomato, fresh, diced
  • 16 ounces Salsa
  • 8 ounces Sour Cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Brown the ground beef with chopped onion in a skillet. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in green chilies, enchilada sauce, and cream cheese until well combined.
  4. Spread half the Fritos in a baking dish. Top with half the meat mixture and half the shredded cheese.
  5. Repeat layers with remaining Fritos, meat, and cheese.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, salsa, and sour cream before serving.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef for less grease.
  • Adjust the amount of green chilies for more or less heat.
  • Serve immediately to keep Fritos crunchy.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: walking taco, casserole, Mexican, easy dinner