Cheesy Taco Bake

Get ready to elevate taco night with this irresistible Cheesy Taco Bake! This hearty casserole layers crunchy tortilla chips, savory seasoned ground beef, and creamy sour cream, all topped with a generous sprinkle of melted Mexican cheese blend. Packed with bold flavors from taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and black olives, this recipe also sneaks in a boost of protein from black beans. Ready in just 40 minutes, this family-friendly dinner is baked to perfection with bubbling cheesy goodness in every bite. Garnished with fresh green onions and perfect for pairing with salsa or guacamole, this deliciously easy dish is a crowd-pleaser you'll want to make again and again. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this taco-inspired casserole captures all the flavors of your favorite Tex-Mex dish in one convenient bake!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 1 packet Taco seasoning
• 0.6667 cup Water
• 4 cups Tortilla chips
• 2 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 can Diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
• 1 cup Black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup Sliced black olives
• 3 Green onions, sliced

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up with a spatula until fully browned, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 3

Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then add the taco seasoning and water. Stir to combine and allow the mixture to simmer for 5 minutes, until thickened.

Step 4

In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a layer of tortilla chips on the bottom, covering the entire surface.

Step 5

Spoon half of the seasoned beef mixture evenly over the chips, followed by half of the black beans, half of the diced tomatoes with green chilies, and half of the sliced black olives.

Step 6

Spread half of the sour cream over the top, and then sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded cheese over the layer.

Step 7

Repeat the layers: another layer of tortilla chips, the remaining beef mixture, black beans, diced tomatoes, olives, sour cream, and shredded cheese.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced green onions and serve warm. Optionally, pair with salsa, guacamole, or additional sour cream for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2307.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5058.4

Total Fat 381.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 164.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 29.5g
Cholesterol 928.9mg	0%
Sodium 11677.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 216.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.3g	0%
Total Sugars 22.9g
Protein 232.5g	0%

Vitamin D 102.6IU	0%
Calcium 4183.6mg	0%
Iron 23.3mg	0%
Potassium 2782.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.6%

Protein: 17.8%

Carbs: 16.6%