Easy Taco Casserole

Easy Taco Casserole

This quick and easy taco casserole is a great last-minute meal. Top with chopped tomato, onion, and lettuce if desired.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Yield:
1 2-quart casserole
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 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
  • 4 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 4 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
Cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crumbly and browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard excess grease. Stir in salsa, onion, mayonnaise, chili powder, and cumin. Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 3
Spread about 1/2 of the ground beef mixture into the bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish. Spread 1 cup tortilla chips over beef mixture. Top with 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese and 1/2 of the Monterey Jack cheese. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients. Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil.

Step 4
Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted in the middle, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

482
Calories
38g
Fat
12g
Carbs
24g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 482
% Daily Value *
Total Fat38g 49%
Saturated Fat14g 68%
Cholesterol90mg 30%
Sodium690mg 30%
Total Carbohydrate12g 4%
Dietary Fiber2g 8%
Total Sugars3g
Protein24g
Vitamin C4mg 18%
Calcium325mg 25%
Iron3mg 14%
Potassium416mg 9%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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