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Walking Taco Casserole

This walking taco casserole is my answer to a fast and flavorful dinner. It’s got everything I love about tacos but in an easy-to-serve casserole form. The seasoned chicken, crunchy chips, and melted cheese always come together perfectly.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Servings: 6
Author: Shilpa

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 1 large onion
  • 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 15 oz can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn
  • 2 cups tortilla chips crushed (Fritos or Doritos work well)
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning or homemade taco seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt adjust as per taste
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup sour cream

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350℉.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground chicken and onion. Cook until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  • Add taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Mix well and let it simmer for a few minutes to combine the flavors.
  • In an 8X8-inch casserole dish, spread a layer of crushed tortilla chips at the bottom. Pour the meat and bean mixture over the chips. Spread the sour cream evenly over the top, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven at 350℉ for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Top the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomatoes, olives, green onions, jalapeños, avocado, or cilantro. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Let the casserole rest for about 5-10 minutes after baking. This allows the layers to be set and makes it easier to serve neat slices.
  • This casserole can be assembled a day in advance and refrigerated. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time when cooking from cold.

Nutrition

Calories: 555kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 692mg | Potassium: 635mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 764IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 357mg | Iron: 2mg
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