Description

Get ready to meet your new favorite comfort food! Taco Bake Casserole is the perfect mashup of taco night excitement and baked casserole ease. With layers of spiced ground meat, melty cheese, hearty black beans, crispy tortilla chips, and sweet corn all bound together in a zesty salsa blend—this dish checks all the boxes. It’s the ultimate weeknight dinner idea, equally great for feeding a crowd or prepping meals ahead. Plus, it’s customizable, freezer-friendly, and impossible to resist with its bubbly, cheesy top. Whether you’re after a quick dinner recipe, bold food ideas, or family-friendly dinner ideas—this one brings the fiesta to your table!

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef or turkey
1 packet taco seasoning
1 cup salsa (chunky preferred)
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed
1 cup corn kernels (frozen or canned)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups crushed tortilla chips
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/4 cup sliced jalapeños

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet, cook ground meat over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
Add taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in salsa, beans, and corn. Heat for another 2-3 minutes.
Layer half of the crushed tortilla chips in the baking dish.
Spread the meat mixture evenly over the chips.
Sprinkle 1 cup cheese over meat layer.
Add remaining chips and top with final cup of cheese.
Bake for 18-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Top with diced onion, jalapeños, and any optional toppings. Let rest 5-10 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes