This Loaded Taco Beef Casserole brings all the bold flavors of a taco night into a single, hearty bake. With layers of seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and crispy tortilla chips, all topped with gooey melted cheddar, it’s a family-friendly meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
🛒 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground beef | 1 pound |
| Taco seasoning | 1 packet |
| Salsa | 1 cup |
| Black beans, drained and rinsed | 1 (15 oz) can |
| Frozen corn | 1 cup |
| Crushed tortilla chips | 2 cups |
| Shredded cheddar cheese | 2 cups |
| Sliced black olives | ½ cup |
| Chopped green onions | ¼ cup |
| Chopped fresh cilantro (optional) | ¼ cup |
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven & Brown Beef
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Season the Beef
Add the taco seasoning and salsa to the cooked beef, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
3. Mix with Beans and Corn
In a large bowl, combine the seasoned beef with black beans and frozen corn. Stir until evenly mixed.
4. Layer the Casserole
- Spread half of the crushed tortilla chips evenly in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer the beef, bean, and corn mixture over the chips.
- Sprinkle with half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Add the remaining crushed tortilla chips on top, followed by the rest of the cheese.
- Finish with sliced black olives and chopped green onions on top.
5. Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the casserole is heated through.
6. Cool & Serve
Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
✨ A cheesy, crunchy, flavorful taco feast in a single dish—easy, comforting, and irresistible!
