Taco Casserole

This taco casserole with tortilla chips, ground beef and cheese is baked to perfection. Top with your favorite toppings for an easy dinner the whole family will love!

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 10

Total Time: 15

Servings:

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef , 80-90% lean
½ cup finely chopped onion
2 Tablespoons taco seasoning , more to taste
1 cup salsa
¼ cup water , more as needed
1 cup canned black beans
1 cup canned corn
3-4 cups tortilla chips , or Doritos
1-2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Optional toppings: sliced olives, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sour cream

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a 9x13" pan with non-stick spray. Line the bottom of the pan with tortilla chips. Sprinkle half the cheese over the chips.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add one pound ground beef and 1/2 xup onion and cook until browned, stirring occasionally breaking up any large pieces.
Once browned, drain off any extra grease. Then add in 2 Tablespoons taco seasoning, 1 cup salsa, 1/4 cup water, 1 cup black beans and 1 cup corn. Bring to a light simmer. Add more water as desired.
Layer meat mixture on top of the chips in the pan. Sprinkle with cheese and any extra tortilla chips. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly.
Top with your favorite toppings.

Notes

In place of tortilla chips, you can also lay down corn tortillas along the bottom.
To bulk it up even more, feel free to add in cooked rice and more vegetables.

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