Walking Taco Casserole is a fun, family-friendly twist on the classic “walking taco”—all the flavors of a taco served in a crunchy, cheesy baked dish. Think Doritos + taco meat + cheese + toppings all layered together 😋
🌮 Ingredients:
- 500g (1 lb) ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can diced tomatoes (or Rotel-style tomatoes with chilies)
- 1 can black beans (drained, optional)
- 1 cup corn (optional)
- 2–3 cups crushed tortilla chips (like nacho chips or Doritos)
- 1½–2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
🔥 Instructions:
- Cook the beef
- Brown ground beef in a pan, drain excess fat
- Add taco seasoning and tomatoes, simmer a few minutes
- Mix filling
- Stir in beans and corn (if using)
- Layer the casserole
- In a baking dish:
- Layer crushed chips
- Add beef mixture
- Sprinkle cheese
- Repeat layers if desired
- In a baking dish:
- Bake
- 180°C (350°F) for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted
- Top and serve
- Add lettuce, sour cream, salsa, jalapeños, or avocado
🍽️ Tips:
- Add chips just before baking so they stay crunchy
- Use spicy chips for extra kick 🌶️
- Great for parties or quick weeknight dinners
It’s basically a taco + nachos + casserole all in one—messy in the best way 😄
If you want, I can give you a one-pan stovetop version (no oven needed) or a healthier version 👍
