Loaded Taco Beef Casserole
A hearty and flavorful beef casserole combining ground beef with classic loaded taco toppings for a comforting and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
1/2 cup water
1 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup canned corn kernels, drained
1 cup salsa
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup sliced black olives
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 medium tomato, diced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Drain excess fat from the skillet.
Stir in taco seasoning mix and water, mixing well to coat the beef evenly.
Add black beans, corn, and salsa to the beef mixture. Stir to combine and cook for 3 minutes to heat through.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the beef mixture to a 9×13 inch casserole dish.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef mixture.
Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips evenly over the cheese layer.
Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, until cheese is melted and casserole is bubbly.
Remove casserole from oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
Top the casserole with sour cream, sliced black olives, diced tomato, chopped cilantro, green onions, and jalapeño pepper.
Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the toppings.
Serve warm and enjoy your loaded taco beef casserole.