Best 4 Easy Taco Casserole Ground Beef Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Mexican cuisine with our irresistible Taco Casserole featuring ground beef. This delectable dish is a symphony of bold and zesty spices, tender ground beef, and a medley of colorful vegetables, all harmoniously blended together in a creamy and cheesy casserole. Its simple preparation and minimal cooking time make it an ideal weeknight meal, perfect for busy families or anyone seeking a quick and satisfying dinner option. Our recipe offers a step-by-step guide to creating this flavorful casserole, along with variations to suit different dietary preferences, including a vegetarian version that swaps ground beef for black beans. Additionally, we provide a collection of complementary recipes to elevate your Taco Casserole experience, including a refreshing Pico de Gallo, a creamy Guacamole, and a simple yet delicious Mexican Rice.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY TACO CASSEROLE



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Your family is sure to enjoy this mildly spicy one-dish meal with Southwestern flair. It's quick and easy to make and fun to serve. -Flo Burtnett, Gage, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 cup salsa
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 cups crushed tortilla chips
1 cup shredded Colby cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 medium tomato, chopped
2 cups shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the salsa, mayonnaise and chili powder. , In an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish, layer half of the meat mixture, chips and cheeses. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Just before serving, top with tomato and lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514 calories, Fat 38g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

TACO BAKE CASSEROLE



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This quick and easy taco bake will satisfy even the most picky eaters. You can modify it to add things you love. It's yummy and so easy to make! Top with tomatoes, lettuce, salsa or whatever you like on your Mexican food.

Provided by Cherie Burgett

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 52m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

cooking spray (such as Pam®)
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
½ cup water
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (10 ounce) can refried beans
½ cup salsa
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
15 taco shells, broken up, or more to taste
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Cook ground beef and onions in a skillet over medium heat until beef is browned, 7 to 10 minutes; drain grease. Stir in water and taco seasoning; cook, stirring often, until thickened, about 2 minutes. Add refried beans, salsa, olives, and green chiles. Cook and stir over low heat until ingredients are warmed through, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Place half of the taco shells in the bottom of the baking dish. Pour in half of the ground beef mixture; sprinkle with half of the Cheddar cheese. Repeat with remaining taco shells, ground beef mixture, and Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Carbohydrate 20.6 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 21.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 790.6 mg, Sugar 2 g

GROUND BEEF TACO CASSEROLE



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A yummy, quick, ground beef casserole with a taco taste. Easy on the budget, easy to change to your taste. This may not win any gourmet awards, but my boys eat it - enough said.

Provided by Chef NumNum

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1 -2 cup cooked rice (more or less, to taste, ie more rice makes it less spicy)
1 1/4 ounces taco seasoning
10 1/2 ounces cheddar cheese soup
14 ounces diced tomatoes
8 3/4 ounces kernel corn
8 -10 ounces tortilla chips
1 -2 cup taco-seasoned cheddar cheese (to taste)

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef, adding Taco seasoning when nearly browned with juice from tomato can, I leave in the fat from the burger, drain of you like before adding the seasoning.
  • Add tomatoes, cheese soup, and corn.
  • Meanwhile, crush the bag of tortilla chips, using more or less of the bag to line the bottom of your casserole dish.
  • Pour the heated beef mix on top and bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes, adding shredded cheese to top for 5 minutes or so.
  • Serve with whatever you like to accompany mexican dishes - sour cream, fresh tomatoes, lettuce, salsa, etc.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 749, Fat 37, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 94.2, Sodium 1240, Carbohydrate 75.2, Fiber 6.7, Sugar 6.7, Protein 32.3

EASY TACO CASSEROLE



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Quick and easy taco entree for a last minute meal. Top with chopped tomato, onion, and lettuce if desired.

Provided by charmed71

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

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, divided
4 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
4 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease. Stir salsa, onion, mayonnaise, chili powder, and cumin into the beef. Remove from heat.
  • Spread about half the ground beef mixture into the bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish. Spread about half the tortilla chips in a layer atop the beef mixture. Layer about half of each of the Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the tortilla chip layer. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients, ending with Monterey Jack cheese. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the cheese is melted in the middle, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 89.5 mg, Fat 38 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 689.7 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet to brown the ground beef so that it cooks evenly.
  • Drain the ground beef well after browning to remove excess grease.
  • Use a variety of taco seasoning to give the casserole a unique flavor.
  • Layer the casserole carefully to ensure that all of the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  • Bake the casserole at a high temperature for a short amount of time to prevent the ingredients from drying out.
  • Top the casserole with cheese and sour cream before serving to add extra flavor and richness.

Conclusion:

This easy taco casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. It is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or for a potluck or party. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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