Walking Taco Casserole (Printable Recipe)

A cheesy, layered dish transforming taco flavors into a hearty casserole with seasoned beef, beans, corn and crunchy tortilla chips.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 lb ground beef
02 - 1 packet taco seasoning
03 - 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
04 - 1 cup corn kernels (canned or frozen)
05 - 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
06 - 4 cups sturdy tortilla chips
07 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

→ Toppings

08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - ½ cup sour cream
10 - 1 fresh jalapeño, sliced
11 - ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
03 - Stir in taco seasoning and ¼ cup water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
04 - Add black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Stir to combine and heat through.
05 - In a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish, layer half the tortilla chips. Spoon half the beef mixture over the chips, then sprinkle with half the cheese. Repeat layers with the remaining chips, beef mixture, and cheese.
06 - Bake uncovered for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 - Remove from oven and top with sour cream, cherry tomatoes, jalapeños, and cilantro.
08 - Serve hot and enjoy!

# Extra Tips:

01 - For extra crunch, use sturdy tortilla chips to hold the casserole layers together.