Walking Taco Casserole
Ingredients:
- 1 1⁄2 pounds ground beef
- 1⁄3 large onion, chopped
- 1 can (small) green chilies
- 1 can (15 ounces) enchilada sauce
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 bag Fritos corn chips
- 1 bag shredded cheese
- 3⁄4 cup shredded lettuce
- 1⁄2 cup fresh diced tomato
- 16 ounces salsa
- 8 ounces sour cream
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is tender. Drain excess fat.
3. Stir in the green chilies, enchilada sauce, and cream cheese until the cream cheese is melted and the mixture is well combined.
4. Spread half the bag of Fritos corn chips evenly in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. Pour the beef mixture over the chips and spread evenly.
6. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the beef layer.
7. Repeat with the remaining Fritos and shredded cheese layers.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
10. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, salsa, and dollops of sour cream before serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: Approximately 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings
Tips:
Use sturdy corn chips like Fritos to maintain a crunchy texture in the casserole.
Warm the salsa slightly before topping for enhanced flavor and better blending with sour cream.