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Easy Walking Taco Casserole Recipe for Family Dinners

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Walking Taco Casserole is a hearty Tex-Mex comfort food made with seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, tomatoes, crunchy corn chips, and layers of melted cheddar cheese. Inspired by classic walking tacos, this family-friendly casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, game-day parties, and casual gatherings.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) sweet corn, drained
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 5 cups corn chips
  • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce (optional)
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions (optional)
  • 1 avocado, diced (optional)
  • Jalapeño slices for garnish (optional)
  • Salsa for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Drain excess grease from the skillet.
  4. Add taco seasoning and water to the beef.
  5. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Stir in black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies.
  7. Cook for an additional 3 minutes.
  8. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  9. Spread half of the corn chips evenly across the bottom.
  10. Spoon the beef mixture over the chips.
  11. Sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese over the meat mixture.
  12. Add the remaining corn chips.
  13. Top with the remaining cheddar cheese.
  14. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
  15. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
  16. Top with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, avocado, green onions, and jalapeños if desired.
  17. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use freshly opened corn chips for the best crunch.
  • Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded cheese.
  • Ground turkey or shredded chicken can replace ground beef.
  • Add extra vegetables such as bell peppers for additional nutrition.
  • For extra heat, add diced jalapeños to the meat mixture.
  • Nacho cheese chips can be substituted for traditional corn chips.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze the casserole before baking for best results.
  • Reheat leftovers in the oven to maintain texture.
  • Great recipe for meal prep and large gatherings.
  • Homemade taco seasoning may be used instead of packaged seasoning.
  • Allow the casserole to rest before serving for easier slicing.

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