Taco Casserole Recipe

Taco Casserole Recipe 🌮🧀

(Don’t LOSE this Recipe! 😋)

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup crushed tortilla chips (or use a low-carb alternative)
• ½ cup sliced black olives
• 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the beef & onions in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
3. Add taco seasoning, tomatoes, beans, & chilies to the beef mixture. Stir and cook for 3-5 minutes.
4. Layer the casserole:
   • Spread crushed tortilla chips in the baking dish.
   • Add the seasoned beef mixture.
   • Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Remove from oven & add toppings (lettuce, sour cream, olives, tomatoes, jalapeños, and cilantro).
7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes & Tips:

✔ Make it Low-Carb: Swap tortilla chips for crushed pork rinds or omit them.
✔ Extra Creamy: Add a layer of refried beans before adding the beef mixture.
✔ Spice it Up: Add hot sauce or extra jalapeños for heat.
✔ Meal Prep Friendly: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving – Approximate)

(Serving Size: 1/6th of casserole)

• Calories: ~350-450 kcal
• Protein: ~22g
• Carbs: ~25g (varies with chips)
• Fiber: ~6g
• Fats: ~20g

Health Benefits of This Recipe

✅ High in Protein – Helps keep you full and satisfied.
✅ Rich in Fiber – Thanks to beans and veggies, supporting digestion.
✅ Customizable – Easily made keto, gluten-free, or extra spicy!

Q/A

🔹 Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble it and refrigerate (without toppings) for up to 24 hours before baking.

🔹 Can I use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef?
Absolutely! It’s a great leaner alternative.

🔹 How do I store leftovers?
Keep in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Would you like any variations, like a vegetarian version? 😊

(Don’t LOSE this Recipe! 😋)

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup crushed tortilla chips (or use a low-carb alternative)
• ½ cup sliced black olives
• 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Cook the beef & onions in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
3. Add taco seasoning, tomatoes, beans, & chilies to the beef mixture. Stir and cook for 3-5 minutes.
4. Layer the casserole:
   • Spread crushed tortilla chips in the baking dish.
   • Add the seasoned beef mixture.
   • Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Remove from oven & add toppings (lettuce, sour cream, olives, tomatoes, jalapeños, and cilantro).
7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes & Tips:

✔ Make it Low-Carb: Swap tortilla chips for crushed pork rinds or omit them.
✔ Extra Creamy: Add a layer of refried beans before adding the beef mixture.
✔ Spice it Up: Add hot sauce or extra jalapeños for heat.
✔ Meal Prep Friendly: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving – Approximate)

(Serving Size: 1/6th of casserole)

• Calories: ~350-450 kcal
• Protein: ~22g
• Carbs: ~25g (varies with chips)
• Fiber: ~6g
• Fats: ~20g

Health Benefits of This Recipe

✅ High in Protein – Helps keep you full and satisfied.
✅ Rich in Fiber – Thanks to beans and veggies, supporting digestion.
✅ Customizable – Easily made keto, gluten-free, or extra spicy!

Q/A

🔹 Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes! Assemble it and refrigerate (without toppings) for up to 24 hours before baking.

🔹 Can I use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef?
Absolutely! It’s a great leaner alternative.

🔹 How do I store leftovers?
Keep in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

Would you like any variations, like a vegetarian version? 😊