Walking Taco Casserole

Walking Taco Casserole is a fun and delicious twist on the classic walking taco, perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying a family dinner. This dish layers all the best taco flavors into a comforting and easy-to-make casserole, making it a hit for taco night.

It’s packed with seasoned ground beef, crunchy corn chips, gooey melted cheese, and your favorite taco toppings, all baked together to create a satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor. Whether you’re looking for a hearty dinner or a dish to bring to a potluck, this Walking Taco Casserole is sure to impress. If you’re a fan of tacos but want something a little different, you’ve come to the right place. This casserole takes all the best parts of a walking taco and turns them into a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for any occasion.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large skillet
• 9×13-inch baking dish
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• Aluminum foil (optional, for covering)

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
• 1 bag (9.25 ounces) corn chips (like Fritos)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
• 1/4 cup sliced green onions
• Sour cream, salsa, and guacamole for serving (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the Ground Beef:
   • In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add Seasoning:
   • Stir in the taco seasoning mix and water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
4. Assemble the Casserole:
   • In a 9×13-inch baking dish, layer half of the corn chips on the bottom. Spread the cooked ground beef mixture evenly over the chips.
   • Add a layer of corn, followed by black beans and diced tomatoes with green chilies.
   • Top with the remaining corn chips, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
5. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Garnish and Serve:
   • Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for a few minutes.
   • Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and green onions.
   • Serve with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole on the side if desired.

Prep Time:

15 minutes

Cook Time:

20 minutes

Total Time:

35 minutes

Nutrition (per serving, based on 8 servings):

• Calories: 420
• Total Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 11g
• Cholesterol: 70mg
• Sodium: 760mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 28g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 3g
• Protein: 18g

This Walking Taco Casserole is a delightful way to enjoy all the flavors of a taco in a convenient, shareable form. The combination of crunchy chips, savory beef, and fresh toppings makes this dish an instant favorite. Whether you’re serving it for a casual weeknight dinner or bringing it to a gathering, it’s a guaranteed hit. Customize it with your favorite toppings and enjoy the deliciousness of tacos in every bite!

Walking Taco Casserole

Walking Taco Casserole is a fun and delicious twist on the classic walking taco, perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying a family dinner.

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Equipment

• Large skillet
• 9x13 inch baking dish
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wooden spoon or spatula
• Aluminum foil (optional, for covering)

Ingredients

  

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 can 15 ounces corn, drained
• 1 can 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
• 1 bag 9.25 ounces corn chips (like Fritos)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives optional
• 1/4 cup sliced green onions
• Sour cream salsa, and guacamole for serving (optional)

Instructions

 

• In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
• Add Seasoning:
• Stir in the taco seasoning mix and water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
• Assemble the Casserole:
• In a 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half of the corn chips on the bottom. Spread the cooked ground beef mixture evenly over the chips.
• Add a layer of corn, followed by black beans and diced tomatoes with green chilies.
• Top with the remaining corn chips, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
• Bake:
• Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Garnish and Serve:
• Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for a few minutes.
• Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced black olives, and green onions.
• Serve with sour cream, salsa, and guacamole on the side if desired.
• Prep Time:
• 15 minutes
• Cook Time:
• 20 minutes
• Total Time:
• 35 minutes
• Nutrition (per serving, based on 8 servings):
• Calories: 420
• Total Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 11g
• Cholesterol: 70mg
• Sodium: 760mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 28g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 3g
• Protein: 18g
• This Walking Taco Casserole is a delightful way to enjoy all the flavors of a taco in a convenient, shareable form. The combination of crunchy chips, savory beef, and fresh toppings makes this dish an instant favorite. Whether you’re serving it for a casual weeknight dinner or bringing it to a gathering, it’s a guaranteed hit. Customize it with your favorite toppings and enjoy the deliciousness of tacos in every bite!