Best 3 Taco Salad Casserole Recipes

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TACO SALAD CASSEROLE



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This taco casserole recipe tastes like a taco salad and is a breeze to assemble. I crush tortilla chips to form a bottom layer, then spread on refried beans, a spicy meat mixture and cheese. -Rhonda McKee, Greensburg, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 envelope taco seasoning
1/2 cup water
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Toppings: Chopped lettuce and tomatoes, sliced ripe olives, sour cream and picante sauce

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Cook and stir until thickened, about 3 minutes; set aside. , Place chips in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. In a small bowl, stir refried beans; spread over chips. Top with beef mixture and cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° until heated through, 15-20 minutes. Top with lettuce, tomatoes and olives. Serve with sour cream and picante sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 527 calories, Fat 28g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 98mg cholesterol, Sodium 1529mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

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

TACO CASSEROLE



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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

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 can (15 to 16 oz) spicy chili beans in sauce, undrained
1 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa
2 cups coarsely broken tortilla chips
3/4 cup sour cream
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)
1 cup shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)
Whole tortilla chips, shredded lettuce and additional salsa, if desired

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

Tips:

  • For a vegetarian version of this recipe, omit the ground beef and add an extra can of black beans.
  • To make this recipe ahead of time, assemble the casserole and bake it as directed. Let it cool completely, then cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the casserole in a 350°F oven until hot and bubbly, about 20 minutes.
  • This recipe is also a great way to use up leftover taco meat. Simply omit the step of browning the ground beef and use 1 pound of cooked taco meat instead.
  • Feel free to get creative with the toppings for this casserole. Some other options include shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped tomatoes, diced avocado, and sliced jalapeños.

Conclusion:

This taco salad 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 its combination of taco-seasoned ground beef, crispy tortilla chips, and creamy sour cream sauce, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

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