Easy Taco Casserole Recipe

Name: Easy Taco Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb extra lean ground beef; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; 2 cups low-sodium tortilla chips; ¾ cup grated fat-free cheddar cheese; 1 (16 ounce) can stewed tomatoes; 1 teaspoon sugar; ¾ teaspoon dried oregano; ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; ¼ teaspoon pepper; ½ teaspoon hot sauce; 1 (16 ounce) can corn niblets, drained; 1 cup green bell pepper, chopped; 1 cup yellow bell pepper, chopped; 1 cup onion, chopped; 2 cups lettuce, shredded

Servings: persons

1 lb extra lean ground beef
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups low-sodium tortilla chips
¾ cup grated fat-free cheddar cheese
1 (16 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
1 teaspoon sugar
¾ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon hot sauce
1 (16 ounce) can corn niblets, drained
1 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 cup onion, chopped
2 cups lettuce, shredded

1
Cook ground beef until browned, and drain.
2
Stir in garlic powder.
3
Coarsely crush tortilla chips and place in bottom of ungreased 8-inch square pan.
4
Spoon hot meat over chips and top with cheese.
5
Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 15 minutes or until heated through.
6
While casserole is baking, prepare taco sauce by stirring together the next 10 ingredients.
7
Break up large tomato pieces.
8
Remove casserole from oven.
9
Sprinkle casserole with shredded lettuce, pour on taco sauce, and serve immediately.

472

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb extra lean ground beef, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, 2 cups low-sodium tortilla chips, ¾ cup grated fat-free cheddar cheese, and more.

Yes, Easy 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Easy Taco Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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