Best 4 Easy Weeknight Taco Casserole Recipes

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Weeknight dinners should be quick, easy, and delicious. This easy weeknight taco casserole recipe fits the bill perfectly. It's made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be prepared in just a few minutes. The casserole is packed with flavor, thanks to the taco seasoning, ground beef, and cheese. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables, since it's filled with corn, black beans, and tomatoes.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

TACO CASSEROLE



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Taco Casserole loaded with all your favorite Mexican ingredients makes an easy, quick weeknight dinner. With ground beef, beans, and crunchy Frito topping.

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef (, (85/15))
1 yellow onion (, diced)
2 cups salsa
3 tablespoons taco seasoning (, or one packet)
1/2 cup water
2 cans refried beans
2 cups cheddar cheese (, shredded)
2 cups Fritos chips
1 cup romaine lettuce (, thinly sliced)
1 vine tomatoes (, diced)
1/2 cup black olives (, sliced)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees and spray a 9x13 baking dish with vegetable oil spray.
  • Add the ground beef and onions to a large skillet on medium high heat and break it apart as you cook it, for 6-8 minutes, until no longer pink.
  • Drain excess fat before adding in taco seasoning and water.
  • Stir well and cook until water has evaporated then add in the salsa and stir.
  • Layer the baking dish with refried beans, taco salsa mixture and cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered for 20 minutes, top with Fritos and bake an additional 10 minutes.
  • Top with lettuce, tomato and olives before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 1087 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY TACO CASSEROLE RECIPE



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A quick and easy to make taco casserole recipe that the entire family will love. Add the toppings of your choice to customize each serving!

Provided by makeyourmeals

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
½ cup onion, diced
3 Tablespoons taco seasoning
3/4 cup water
4 cups tortilla chips, more or less based on brand
½ cup salsa
2 cups Mexican cheese , shredded and divided
sour cream, lettuce, onion, jalapeños, salsa

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 8 x 11 baking dish and set aside.
  • Brown the ground beef and onion until the meat is no longer pink, drain if needed.
  • Return meat back to the skillet and add taco seasoning mix and water, mix well. Simmer until most of the liquid has been absorbed.
  • In the prepared baking dish, break up half of the tortilla chips and place them in an even layer on the bottom of the dish.
  • Top the crushed chips with the hamburger and onion mix, half of the cheese and salsa.
  • Add another layer of crushed chips and top with cheese.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly around the edges.
  • Serve warm and add the toppings of your choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 715 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 89 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 44 grams fat, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 28 grams protein, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 grams, Sodium 889 grams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat

EASY WEEKNIGHT TACO CASSEROLE



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This has to be the best recipe. I got this recipe from a friend and I make it often. The spice is just right and the taste is too!

Provided by Dawn Reid

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb ground beef
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope taco seasoning
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can mushroom soup
1 (8 ounce) can beef broth
1 (14 ounce) can rotel
6 slices cheddar cheese
1 (8 ounce) bag tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef.
  • Add taco seasoning, mushroom soup, beef broth, and Rotel tomatoes.
  • Bring to a simmer. Simmer for about 5-10 minutes.
  • Pour chips into bottom of casserole dish (leave whole).
  • Pour beef mixture over chips.
  • Place sliced cheese on top.
  • Bake at 375° for about 10 minutes or until cheese looks melted.

CORNBREAD TACO BAKE CASSEROLE RECIPE



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An easy and delicious Cornbread Taco Bake that is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1 red bell pepper (diced)
2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1/2 cup water
1 Tablespoon taco seasoning
1 can sweet corn (drained, 15 ounce can)
1 can black beans (drained and rinsed, 15 ounce can)
1 can tomato sauce (8 ounce)
1 package Jiffy corn muffin mix (8.5 ounce)
1 egg ((as per muffin mix))
1/3 cup milk ((as per muffin mix))
4 ounces French fried onions ((divided))
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet pan over medium-high heat and saute bell peppers for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the chicken, water, taco seasoning, corn, beans and tomato sauce to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Prepare the corn muffin mix according to the package instructions and stir half of the French fried onions into the batter.
  • Pour the chicken mixture into the prepared dish and spread the cornbread batter on top.
  • Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cornbread topping is golden brown.
  • Top the casserole with the remaining onions and shredded cheese.
  • Bake for another 3-5 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
  • Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 63 mg, Sodium 964 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 14 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Use a variety of taco seasonings. This will help to give your casserole a more complex flavor. You can use a store-bought taco seasoning mix, or you can make your own using chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Don't be afraid to add other ingredients to your casserole. This is a great way to use up leftover vegetables, rice, or beans. You can also add different types of cheese, salsa, or sour cream.
  • Cook your casserole until the cheese is melted and bubbly. This will help to ensure that the casserole is cooked through and that the cheese is evenly distributed.
  • Serve your casserole with your favorite toppings. This could include sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or shredded lettuce.

Conclusion:

Taco casserole is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. It is a versatile dish that can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give taco casserole a try!

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