Easy Layered Taco Bake is a delicious and convenient dish that combines the flavors of tacos in a casserole-style format. Here’s a simple recipe to make it:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 can (15 ounces) refried beans
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a Mexican cheese blend)
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, sliced olives, diced green onions, jalapeños, or sliced avocado
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium-high heat until the meat is browned and the onion is softened. Break up the meat with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning mix and follow the package instructions, usually adding a certain amount of water. Simmer for a few minutes until the mixture thickens and is well combined.
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, heat the refried beans until they are easy to spread.
- In a 9×13-inch baking dish, begin layering your taco bake. Start with a layer of crushed tortilla chips on the bottom.
- Next, spread a layer of the heated refried beans over the chips.
- Add the meat and onion mixture over the beans.
- Mix together the sour cream and salsa in a bowl and spread this mixture over the meat layer.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese on top of the sour cream and salsa layer.
- Add another layer of crushed tortilla chips on top of the cheese.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the chips.
- Optional: Add your choice of toppings like diced tomatoes, sliced olives, diced green onions, jalapeños, or sliced avocado on top.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the casserole is heated through.
- Once done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve your Easy Layered Taco Bake with additional toppings like sour cream and salsa, if desired.
This dish is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or any time you’re craving the flavors of tacos in a convenient casserole form. Enjoy!
