The Best Walking Taco Casserole Recipe
A cheesy, crunchy, and savory Tex-Mex bake that brings all the fun of a walking taco to a hearty family-style casserole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
1.5 lbs ground beef
1 cup yellow onion, diced
1 packet taco seasoning
1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1 bag (9.25 oz) Fritos corn chips
2 cups Mexican cheese blend, shredded
1 cup lettuce, shredded
1/2 cup tomatoes, diced
Sour cream and salsa for serving
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Brown beef and onion in a skillet; drain grease.
3. Stir in seasoning, chiles, and cream cheese until creamy.
4. Layer half the chips in a 9×13 dish.
5. Top with beef mixture and remaining chips.
6. Sprinkle with cheese and bake for 20 minutes.
7. Serve with fresh toppings.
Notes
Use Doritos for extra flavor.
Make beef ahead for faster assembly.
Ensure beef is well-drained to keep chips crunchy.