Easy Taco Casserole
Directions
- 1Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175°C) and grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
- 2Chop the onion and shred the cheese.
- 3Cook the beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly (5-7 minutes).
- 4Drain excess liquid, then add salsa, onion, mayonnaise, chili powder, and cumin; stir to combine.
- 5Spread half the beef mixture in the baking dish.
- 6Top with half the chips and half the cheese.
- 7Repeat layers.
- 8Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 9Serve with guacamole and desired toppings
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup salsa
- 0.5 cup chopped onion
- 0.5 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
Equipment
2-quart casserole dishlarge skillet
Tips
- Serve with toppings like pico de gallo, sour cream, and guacamole.
- Mix up the cheeses. Mozzarella will give you a nice cheese pull, and Gouda will give it a smoky finish.
- Shred your own cheese.
- Use taco seasoning for ease.
- Make it extra filling by mixing in some beans or corn.
- Dial up the heat with spicy seasoning or salsa, or chopped jalapeños.
- Add extra crushed chips on top before serving.
- Substitute with shredded chicken or pulled pork.
- Use cream cheese instead of mayo for a thicker filling, but make sure it's at room temperature and beat it until smooth before mixing.
- Drain the salsa if it's too watery to prevent soggy chips.
- Use chili instead of the meat mixture to save prep time.
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