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Walking Taco Casserole Recipe

If you're looking for a fun and easy way to bring the delicious flavors of a taco into a simple, one-pan meal, this walking taco casserole recipe is perfect. Fritos and corn chips changed into something even better. It’s a quick weeknight meal that feels like a treat, and what I love most about it is how customizable it is. Even when you're feeding yourself or making a small batch for two, this casserole is satisfying without being overwhelming.
Course Main Dishes
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword fritos, ground beef, taco seasoning, walking taco casserole, walking taco casserole recipe, walking tacos
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings 3 Servings
Calories 556kcal
Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1,5 Cups Ground Beef
  • 1 Tablespoon Taco Seasoning
  • 1/2 Cup Sour Cream
  • 1/2 Cup Cheddar Cheese
  • 1/2 Cup Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 Lettuce Leaf
  • 2 Taco Cups
  • 1/4 Cup Tomatoes
  • 1/2 Cup Avocado
  • 1/4 Cup Black Olives
  • Fresh Cilantro
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Instructions

  • Start by gathering all your ingredients and tools. Preheat your oven to 350°Fahrenheit (175°Celcius), and get ready to assemble the dish.
  • In a cooking pan or a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Once it’s fully cooked, drain any excess grease, and stir in the taco seasoning. Let it simmer for a few minutes so the flavors meld together.
  • In your casserole dish, spread a layer of seasoned beef or taco meat on the bottom. Then, add a layer of sour cream, followed by shredded cheese and mozzarella cheese.
  • Pop the casserole into your preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. This gives the casserole time to heat through and for the flavors to blend together.
  • Once out of the oven, let it cool for a minute. Then top it with your favorite taco toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, black olives, and fresh cilantro.

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Notes

  • Don’t overbake the casserole; you want the cheese melted, but not too browned.
  • Customize the spice level to your taste. Add jalapeños, salsa or hot sauce if you like a little heat.
  • If you’re low-carb, swap the Fritos for a keto-friendly option like pork rinds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Portion | Calories: 556kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 134mg | Sodium: 589mg | Potassium: 559mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1396IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 336mg | Iron: 3mg