Description
This Walking Taco Bake is a fun twist on the classic walking taco, baked into a bubbly, cheesy casserole! Perfect for weeknights or game days, it layers seasoned beef, creamy cheese, and crunchy chips for an irresistible meal that’s ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 cups corn chips or crushed tortilla chips (like Fritos)
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sliced jalapeños, green onions, avocado
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning, water, and Rotel. Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Spread half the chips into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer beef mixture over the chips.
- Spread sour cream evenly over beef, then top with shredded cheese.
- Add remaining chips on top for crunch.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with your favorite taco toppings and serve hot.
Notes
- Swap sour cream with cream cheese for a thicker base.
- Use ground turkey or black beans for a lighter or vegetarian option.
- Best served right away to keep the chips crunchy.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~520 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
