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The Ultimate Taco Casserole with Fritos Recipe: 6-Ingredient Tex-Mex Comfort Food

Ultimate Taco Casserole with Fritos: 6-Ingredient Comfort

The Ultimate Taco Casserole with Fritos is an easy, customizable dish made with just 6 ingredients, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or Turkey Can substitute with ground chicken
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Mix Adjust water according to package
  • 1 can Black Beans Rinsed and drained
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Can use fresh corn
  • 2 cups Fritos Original or chili cheese
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese Can substitute with cheddar or Monterey Jack
  • Optional Toppings Lettuce, tomatoes, olives, sour cream, jalapeños, avocado, or cilantro

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add the taco seasoning mix and the recommended amount of water; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Stir in black beans, diced tomatoes, and corn, mixing until heated through.
  5. Layer half of the Fritos in the baking dish, followed by the beef mixture and cheese.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and golden.
  7. Sprinkle remaining Fritos on top and serve with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Keep Fritos crunchy by adding the second layer just before serving. Customize with toppings as preferred.

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