Loaded Taco Beef Casserole
🌮 Loaded Taco Beef Casserole
This hearty casserole brings all the best elements of a taco night into one easy, oven-baked dish. With layers of seasoned beef, beans, corn, crunchy chips, and gooey cheese, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
🧾 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 pound |
| Taco seasoning | 1 packet |
| Salsa | 1 cup |
| Black beans (drained & rinsed) | 1 (15 oz) can |
| Frozen corn | 1 cup |
| Crushed tortilla chips | 2 cups |
| Shredded cheddar cheese | 2 cups |
| Sliced black olives | ½ cup |
| Chopped green onions | ÂĽ cup |
| Chopped fresh cilantro (optional) | ÂĽ cup |
👩‍🍳 Instructions
- Preheat and Cook Beef
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain off any excess grease. - Season the Beef
Stir in the taco seasoning and salsa. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened. - Mix with Beans and Corn
In a large bowl, combine the seasoned beef with black beans and frozen corn. Stir until everything is well incorporated. - Layer the Casserole
- Spread half of the crushed tortilla chips across the bottom of a 9Ă—13-inch baking dish.
- Spoon the beef-bean-corn mixture evenly over the chips.
- Sprinkle with half of the shredded cheese.
- Add the remaining crushed chips, then top with the rest of the cheese.
- Finish with sliced olives and green onions.
- Bake
Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly throughout. - Cool and Garnish
Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.
