Walking Taco Casserole

Walking Taco Casserole takes the concept of a traditional taco and gives it a delicious, baked twist. It’s a fun and flavorful dish, perfect for a quick family dinner or a fun gathering with friends.

I first heard about this recipe from a friend, and I couldn’t resist trying it. The idea behind the “walking taco” is simple: combine taco ingredients in a bag of chips for an easy-to-eat snack. The casserole version turns this into a hearty, cheesy baked dish that’s sure to please everyone.

To start, I preheated my oven and browned some ground beef in a large skillet. I then added diced onions and a can of RO-TEL, which brings a spicy kick with diced tomatoes and green chilies. After a few minutes of cooking, I added my homemade taco seasoning, which included chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, and oregano.

Next, I added a little water to the mixture and let it simmer for a few minutes. Once everything was combined and heated, I topped it with a generous amount of freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese. Into the oven it went, and soon enough, the cheese was melted and bubbling.

Once the casserole was ready, I added a layer of corn chips on top of the cheesy beef mixture. For the finishing touches, I piled on shredded lettuce, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced green onions, diced cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream and salsa. The result was a delicious and cheesy casserole that had everyone coming back for seconds.

This Walking Taco Casserole is a fun, unique dish that’s perfect for any occasion. It’s easy to prepare, full of flavor, and always a hit with guests. I highly recommend giving it a try—it’s a great twist on the classic taco, and you’ll be amazed at how quickly it disappears!

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Walking Taco Casserole Recipe

Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 23 minutes
Servings: 5
Calories: 342 kcal

Ingredients:

Taco Seasoning Mix:

• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp fine sea salt
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp onion powder
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/4 tsp dried oregano

Taco Casserole:

• 1 lb lean ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 can of RO-TEL original (undrained)
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 cups freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
• 3 cups corn chips

Toppings:

• 1 jalapeno (optional, sliced and diced to taste)
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 8 cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 2 tbsp diced cilantro
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup salsa

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a small bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the taco seasoning.
3. In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onions until the beef is browned, about 10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
4. Add the taco seasoning mix, water, and RO-TEL to the skillet. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese on top. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
5. While the casserole is baking, prepare the toppings.
6. Once the casserole is done, add a layer of corn chips on top. Garnish with lettuce, tomatoes, green onions, jalapeno (optional), sour cream, and salsa.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition
Calories: 342 kcal
Carbohydrates: 7g
Protein: 27g
Fat: 22g
Fiber: 1g

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