Tacos are a beloved dish that offers a delicious blend of flavors, but sometimes you crave a taco experience that is more substantial and satisfying. That's where the hearty taco casserole comes in. This dish takes all the classic taco ingredients you love and layers them into a casserole dish, creating a comforting and flavorful meal that is perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying as a family. With its combination of ground beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, cheese, and a variety of spices, the hearty taco casserole is a true culinary delight that will leave you feeling satisfied and content.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
EASY TACO CASSEROLE
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
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
TACO BAKE CASSEROLE
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
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
TACO CASSEROLE
Craving tacos, and you have all the ingredients except the shells? No problem! This hearty meal tastes just like tacos and is equally as easy...plus it puts to good use those broken tortilla chips at the bottom of the bag.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in beans and 1 cup salsa. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
- In ungreased 2-quart casserole, place broken tortilla chips. Top with beef mixture. Spread with sour cream. Sprinkle with onions, tomato and cheese.
- Bake uncovered 20 to 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Arrange whole tortilla chips around edge of casserole. Serve with lettuce and salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 710, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (About 1 1/4 Cups), Sodium 1540 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g
HEARTY TACO CASSEROLE
When I didn't have time to prepare homemade tortillas one night, I used the dough to make the crust of this dish instead. Topped with taco fixings, it was an instant hit.-Krista Frank, Rhododendron, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring rice and 1-1/3 cups water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until rice is tender and water is absorbed. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in enough remaining water to form a soft dough. On a floured surface, roll dough into a 12x8-in. rectangle. Press into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 13-15 minutes or until very lightly browned., For filling, in a large nonstick skillet, cook the beef, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add water, taco seasoning and cooked rice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in eggs and cilantro. Spread over crust. , Cover and bake for 15-17 minutes or until filling is set. Cut into squares. Top with cheese, lettuce and tomatoes. Serve with salsa and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 764mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HEARTY TACO CASSEROLE
Make and share this Hearty Taco Casserole recipe from Food.com.
Provided by looneytunesfan
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring rice and 1-1/3 cups water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in enough remaining water to form a soft dough. On a floured surface, roll dough into a 12-in. x 8-in. rectangle. Press into a 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 13-15 minutes or until very lightly browned.
- For filling, in a large nonstick skillet, cook the beef, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add water, taco seasoning and cooked rice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in eggs and cilantro. Spread over crust.
- Cover and bake for 15-17 minutes or until filling is set. Cut into squares. Top with cheese, lettuce and tomatoes. Serve with salsa and sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 229, Fat 7.9, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 80.4, Sodium 292.1, Carbohydrate 28.2, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3.7, Protein 11.5
Tips:
- Use a variety of ingredients. This will give your casserole more flavor and texture. Some good options include ground beef, sausage, chicken, beans, corn, tomatoes, and cheese.
- Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many different ways to make a taco casserole. Try different ingredients and cooking methods until you find a combination that you like.
- Make it ahead of time. Taco casserole is a great dish to make ahead of time. This way, you can have a hot and delicious meal ready with minimal effort.
- Serve it with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings for taco casserole include sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and shredded lettuce.
Conclusion:
Taco casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its simple ingredients and endless variations, it is a surefire hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a quick and tasty meal, give taco casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!
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