Christy Jordan's Taco Casserole Recipe

Name: Christy Jordan's Taco Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning mix; 2 lbs ground beef; 1 ½ cups water; 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 2 cups crushed tortilla chips; 3 cups sliced green leaf lettuce; ½ cup chopped tomato; ⅓ cup chopped green onion; salsa

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Spray a 13x9inch baking dish with Pam.
3
In a large skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly; drain.
4
Return beef to skillet.
5
Add seasoning mix, 1 1/2 c water and beans; cook over medium-low heat until most of liquid has evaporated, approximately 10 minutes.
6
Spoon into prepared dish; top with cheese.
7
Bake until cheese melts, approximately 10 minutes.
8
Top with tortilla chips, lettuce, tomato and green onion.
9
Serve and top with favorite salsa.

884

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning mix, 2 lbs ground beef, 1 ½ cups water, 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained and rinsed, and more.

Yes, Christy Jordan's Taco Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Christy Jordan's Taco Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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