Walking Taco Casserole
Walking taco casserole features all the flavors of the ballpark classic in a hearty baked dish. Full of zesty seasoned beef, Fritos, and tons of toppings, this will satisfy any taco lover!
Servings: 6
Calories: 492kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs lean ground beef
- 1 tbsp minced dried onion flakes
- 1 tbsp garlic paste
- 1 7 oz can diced green chiles
- 2 pkts taco seasoning + the water called for
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 2-3 cups Fritos corn chips
- 1 1/2 cups shredded lettuce
- 2 roma tomaties seeded & diced
- 1 bunch green onions thinly sliced
- salsa & sour cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
- To a large skillet, add the ground beef, onion, and garlic flakes. Cook the beef, breaking up the beef as you go, until completely browned. Drain off any excess grease.
- Stir in the chiles & taco seasoning (+ the alloted water called for on the packages) until evenly combined.
- Season the mixture with salt & pepper, to taste. Set aside.
- Lightly spray a 9x13" baking dish with non stick spray.
- Spread the prepared taco meat mixture evenly out in the prepared dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly out overtop.
- Bake the casserole at 350° for 15- 20 minutes, until hot and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove the casserole from the oven, and let it rest a full 5 minutes.
- Spread the corn chips evenly out over top, followed bu the shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes.
- Slice and serve with salsa & sour cream, if desired.
Notes
- Can't find Fritos? Use Nacho Cheese Doritos instead.
- Like everything hot and spicy? Add a can of diced pickled jalapenos to the taco meat.
- You could substitute your protein for ground chicken if you prefer or even use up leftover brisket.
Nutrition
Calories: 492kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 123mg | Sodium: 516mg | Potassium: 703mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 587IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 258mg | Iron: 4mg