Description
Easy Loaded Taco Beef Casserole That Wins Dinner Every Time is a delightful and hearty dish that encapsulates the beloved flavors of tacos in a convenient casserole format. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining friends, this recipe combines seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and layers of gooey cheese, all nestled between soft tortillas. With minimal prep time and effortless assembly, this taco bake is not only satisfying but also customizable to fit your family’s tastes. Serve it with your favorite toppings for an even more enjoyable meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- ½ medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 tsp taco seasoning
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt (omit if using salted taco seasoning)
- 2 cups jarred tomato salsa
- 1 can black beans (19 oz / 590 ml), rinsed and drained
- 6 large tortillas
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with red bell pepper and onion until tender.
- Stir in taco seasoning and salsa; mix well and remove from heat.
- In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, layer two tortillas followed by one-third of the beef mixture and one-third of the cheese.
- Repeat layering two more times, ending with tortillas topped with remaining beef and cheese.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before slicing into servings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg