Best 4 Cheesy Taco Casserole Recipes
Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our cheesy taco casserole, a delectable symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. This easy-to-make casserole combines the bold zest of Mexican spices, the gooey indulgence of melted cheese, and the hearty satisfaction of ground beef, all nestled in a bed of crispy tortilla chips. With three irresistible variations—Classic, Spicy, and Vegetarian—this dish caters to diverse palates and dietary preferences. Embark on this flavor-packed adventure and discover the perfect casserole for your next family meal, potluck gathering, or cozy night in.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHEESY TACO POTATO PUFF CASSEROLE
A side dish recipe for cheesy taco bake casserole with potato puffs, zesty tomatoes and taco seasoning topped with shredded cheese.
Provided by RO*TEL
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips RO*TEL®
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Spray 8x8-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray. Place potato puffs and drained tomatoes in baking dish. Sprinkle evenly with taco seasoning; toss together.
- Bake 25 minutes or until potatoes are golden brown and crisp, turning gently once halfway. Remove from oven; sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Cholesterol 21.5 mg, Fat 15.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 935.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
EASY CHEESY TACO CASSEROLE (SOMERSIZE LEVEL 1)
This is another one from my Somersize mailing list. It's good for Level 1, in spite of the small amount of flour it contains.
Provided by bunkie68
Categories Meat
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in medium skillet.
- Saute onion in olive oil until soft.
- Brown ground meat with onion.
- When meat is almost cooked through, add taco seasoning.
- When meat is cooked completely, drain off grease and set aside to cool.
- In a large casserole dish, beat eggs.
- Open diced tomatoes and drain the juice off into a small mixing bowl.
- Add the flour to the juice of the tomatoes and mix well until the lumps are gone.
- Add flour/juice mixture to eggs and stir well.
- Add shredded cheese to egg mixture.
- Add ground beef and tomatoes to egg mixture and stir well.
- Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 1 hour, or until set and cooked all the way through.
- You can top with a layer of shredded cheese halfway through cooking time if desired.
- Serve topped with salsa and sour cream, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.2, Fat 23.7, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 171.3, Sodium 300.9, Carbohydrate 5.8, Fiber 1, Sugar 3, Protein 27.6
CHEESY TACO CASSEROLE
Created by Pamela Reed of Brooklyn Farm Girl.
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In large pot cook pasta as instructed on the box. Drain and put back into the pot.
- Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, black beans, green pepper and taco seasoning mix to pot. Mix so it's all combined.
- Put mixture in casserole dish or 12 inch well-seasoned cast iron skillet and sprinkle all your cheese on top. Spread diced jalapenos on top.
- Bake for 30 minutes.
- Serve warm and put a nice dollop of sour cream and cilantro on top.
OH SO CREAMY, OH SO CHEESY TACO TOT CASSEROLE
Need a fast dinner to whip up (under an hour), that the kids (big and small) will happily eat? Add more cheese if desired to topping, serve as is or with rice and/or salad. Add more veggies or canned mexi-beans, refried beans or whatever Tex-Mex ingredients you have in the pantry to personalise this recipe.
Provided by cookingpompom
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a hot skillet scramble fry the onion, minced beef and garlic - breaking up all lumps.
- Reduce the heat to 50% and add the vegetables, make sure they are chopped rather small (mexi-beans or kidney beans can be added if you so wish to this stage) and taco seasoning, fry for another 2-4 of minutes (until the taco seasoning become fragrant).
- Pour meat mixture into a greased 20x20 inch ceramic/pyrex casserole dish with high sides.
- In a large bowl, whisk the salsa, sour cream and creamed cheese (which has been well softened) and pour over the meat.
- Place tater tots over creamy mixture in a single layer all over (my son loves this job). Top with cheese (he likes this job too).
- Bake at 375oF (180oC) for 30 minutes.
- Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips for Making Cheesy Taco Casserole:
- Use a variety of cheeses. This will give your casserole a more complex flavor. Cheddar, Monterey Jack, and Pepper Jack are all good choices.
- Don't overcook the beef. The beef should be cooked through, but not dry. If you overcook it, it will become tough and chewy.
- Use a flavorful taco seasoning. This is what will give your casserole its signature taco flavor. You can use a store-bought taco seasoning mix or make your own.
- Drain the taco meat. This will help to remove any excess grease.
- Layer the ingredients in the casserole dish. This will help to ensure that the casserole cooks evenly.
- Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and the cheese is melted. This will usually take about 20-30 minutes.
- Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings. Some popular choices include sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and shredded lettuce.
Conclusion:
Cheesy taco 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 creamy cheese, flavorful taco meat, and crispy tortilla chips, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give cheesy taco casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!
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