Walking Taco Casserole for Monday Night Dinner
This easy, cheesy taco casserole turns your favorite walking taco flavors into a hearty one-pan dinner. Layered with beef, beans, cheese, and crunchy chips—ready in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
½ cup water
1 can (15 oz) refried beans or 1½ cups black beans
½ cup sour cream or 4 oz cream cheese (optional)
2–3 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
2–3 cups corn chips or Fritos
Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, avocado, jalapeños, salsa, green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13″ baking dish.
- Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
- Add beans and sour cream or cream cheese if using. Mix well.
- In dish, layer chips, meat mixture, and cheese. Repeat once, ending with cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes until bubbly.
- Let rest 5 minutes. Add fresh toppings and serve warm.
Notes
Use cold toppings after baking. Customize with different proteins or chips. Great for meal prep and leftovers.