Best 5 Easy Taco Casserole Ground Beef Recipes

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Taco casserole is a classic dish that is easy to make and always a hit with the family. It is a versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients, making it a great option for using up leftovers. The combination of ground beef, taco seasoning, cheese, and tortilla chips is a winning combination that is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

EASY TACO CASSEROLE



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Your family is sure to enjoy this mildly spicy one-dish meal with Southwestern flair. It's quick and easy to make and fun to serve. -Flo Burtnett, Gage, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 cup salsa
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 cups crushed tortilla chips
1 cup shredded Colby cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 cups shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the salsa, mayonnaise and chili powder. , In an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish, layer half of the meat mixture, chips and cheeses. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Just before serving, top with tomato and lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514 calories, Fat 38g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

TACO BAKE CASSEROLE



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This quick and easy taco bake will satisfy even the most picky eaters. You can modify it to add things you love. It's yummy and so easy to make! Top with tomatoes, lettuce, salsa or whatever you like on your Mexican food.

Provided by Cherie Burgett

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 52m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray (such as Pam®)
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
½ cup water
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (10 ounce) can refried beans
½ cup salsa
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
15 taco shells, broken up, or more to taste
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Cook ground beef and onions in a skillet over medium heat until beef is browned, 7 to 10 minutes; drain grease. Stir in water and taco seasoning; cook, stirring often, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add refried beans, salsa, olives, and green chiles. Cook and stir over low heat until ingredients are warmed through, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Place half of the taco shells in the bottom of the baking dish. Pour in half of the ground beef mixture; sprinkle with half of the Cheddar cheese. Repeat with remaining taco shells, ground beef mixture, and Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Carbohydrate 20.6 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 790.6 mg, Sugar 2 g

BEEF AND BEAN TACO CASSEROLE



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Your favorite taco fillings are layered into a casserole dish for an easy dinner with just 20 minutes of prep!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 can (16 oz) Old El Paso™ refried beans
1 jar (16 oz) Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ 40% less-sodium taco seasoning mix
2 1/2 cups coarsely broken tortilla chips
1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped (3/4 cup)
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 cup shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1 cup shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 12-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in refried beans, salsa and taco seasoning mix. Reduce heat to medium. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
  • In ungreased 2-quart casserole, place 2 cups of the broken tortilla chips. Top evenly with beef mixture. Sprinkle with bell pepper, onions, 1 cup of the tomato, the cheese and olives.
  • Bake uncovered 20 to 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly and cheese is melted. Top baked casserole with lettuce, remaining 1/2 cup tomato and remaining 1/2 cup tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (1 1/2 Cups), Sodium 1720 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

EASY TACO CASSEROLE



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Quick and easy taco entree for a last minute meal. Top with chopped tomato, onion, and lettuce if desired.

Provided by charmed71

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 cup salsa
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cups crushed tortilla chips, divided
4 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
4 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease. Stir salsa, onion, mayonnaise, chili powder, and cumin into the beef. Remove from heat.
  • Spread about half the ground beef mixture into the bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish. Spread about half the tortilla chips in a layer atop the beef mixture. Layer about half of each of the Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the tortilla chip layer. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients, ending with Monterey Jack cheese. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the cheese is melted in the middle, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 89.5 mg, Fat 38 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 689.7 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

GROUND BEEF TACO CASSEROLE



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A yummy, quick, ground beef casserole with a taco taste. Easy on the budget, easy to change to your taste. This may not win any gourmet awards, but my boys eat it - enough said.

Provided by Chef NumNum

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1 -2 cup cooked rice (more or less, to taste, ie more rice makes it less spicy)
1 1/4 ounces taco seasoning
10 1/2 ounces cheddar cheese soup
14 ounces diced tomatoes
8 3/4 ounces kernel corn
8 -10 ounces tortilla chips
1 -2 cup taco-seasoned cheddar cheese (to taste)

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef, adding Taco seasoning when nearly browned with juice from tomato can, I leave in the fat from the burger, drain of you like before adding the seasoning.
  • Add tomatoes, cheese soup, and corn.
  • Meanwhile, crush the bag of tortilla chips, using more or less of the bag to line the bottom of your casserole dish.
  • Pour the heated beef mix on top and bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes, adding shredded cheese to top for 5 minutes or so.
  • Serve with whatever you like to accompany mexican dishes - sour cream, fresh tomatoes, lettuce, salsa, etc.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 749, Fat 37, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 94.2, Sodium 1240, Carbohydrate 75.2, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 6.7, Protein 32.3

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet to brown the ground beef and sausage. This will help to prevent the meat from overcrowding and steaming, which can make it tough.
  • Season the meat generously with salt, pepper, and taco seasoning. This will help to give the casserole a bold flavor.
  • Be sure to drain the meat thoroughly before adding it to the casserole. This will help to remove excess grease and keep the casserole from being too greasy.
  • Use a variety of cheeses in the casserole. This will give the casserole a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Top the casserole with crushed tortilla chips before baking. This will add a nice crunch to the casserole.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite taco toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and shredded lettuce.

Conclusion:

Taco casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover taco meat. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a hearty and flavorful casserole that the whole family will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give taco casserole a try.

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