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Delicious Easy Taco Casserole with Fritos, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.

Easy Taco Casserole With Fritos Recipe for Quick Weeknight Dinners

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Easy Taco Casserole With Fritos is the ultimate weeknight dinner solution, combining savory taco flavors and cheese in a convenient dish. This quick and delicious meal is perfect for busy families and can be customized to suit your taste!

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), undrained
  • 1 bag (9-10 ounces) Fritos corn chips
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, salsa, guacamole, chopped tomatoes, and green onions

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef and chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat and drain excess grease.
  2. Add taco seasoning, kidney beans, corn, and diced tomatoes to the skillet; stir and let simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread half of the Fritos in a baking dish.
  4. Layer the meat mixture over the Fritos, sprinkle with half the cheese, top with remaining Fritos and cheese. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

  • Don’t overcook to avoid burning the Fritos.
  • Customize fillings with black beans, rice, or different cheeses.
  • Add cayenne pepper for extra heat.
  • Serve with toppings like sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.
  • Author: Serena Miller
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Omnivore

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg