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Walking Taco Casserole

This Walking Taco Casserole is a warm, comforting dish, featuring melted cheese, crunchy Fritos, and a tangy beef sauce that everyone loves. Perfect for game nights or cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat and Sauce
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef
  • 1/3 large onion chopped onion
  • 1 can green chilies small can
  • 1 can enchilada sauce
  • 2 ounces cream cheese room temperature helps it melt smoothly
Toppings and Base
  • 1 bag Fritos corn chips
  • 1 bag shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend works great
  • 3/4 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup diced tomato
  • 16 ounces salsa
  • 8 ounces sour cream

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium; add the ground beef and chopped onion. Brown until the beef is no longer pink and the onion is soft.
  3. Stir in the green chilies, enchilada sauce, and cream cheese. Keep stirring until the cream cheese melts into a silky sauce.
Assembly and Baking
  1. Spread the Fritos in an even layer on the bottom of the greased dish.
  2. Spoon the beef and sauce over the chips, smoothing it out.
  3. Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously across the top.
  4. Bake for 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Scoop portions into bowls while warm. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, a spoonful of salsa, and a dollop of sour cream.
  2. For extra crunch, add a few more Fritos on top just before serving.

Notes

For a texture twist, try adding a clove of minced garlic to the beef while it browns. You can also substitute corn or black beans for added bulk.