Microwave Taco Casserole Recipe

Name: Microwave Taco Casserole Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lg. grnd beef; 1 (1 1/2 ounce.) pkg. taco seasoning mix; 3/4 c. water; 1 (15 ounce.) can refried beans; 2 c. shredded lettuce; 1 tbsp. minced green chilies (optional); 1/4 c. minced onions; 1 c. (4 ounce.) shredded Cheddar cheese; Nacho-flavored tortilla chips; Minced tomatoes; Sliced ripe olives; Dairy lowfat sour cream; Taco sauce

Servings: persons

1 lg. grnd beef
1 (1 1/2 ounce.) pkg. taco seasoning mix
3/4 c. water
1 (15 ounce.) can refried beans
2 c. shredded lettuce
1 tbsp. minced green chilies (optional)
1/4 c. minced onions
1 c. (4 ounce.) shredded Cheddar cheese
Nacho-flavored tortilla chips
Minced tomatoes
Sliced ripe olives
Dairy lowfat sour cream
Taco sauce

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Put meat into 2 qt glass casserole 4 min at High - till browned, drain.
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Mix taco seasoning mix and water and add in to grnd beef, stir.
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Cover with waxed paper.
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Cook in microwave 5 min at Medium; stir once.
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Lightly grease bottom of 2 1/2 qt open oval casserole.
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Spread refried beans proportionately over the bottom.
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Sprinkle with lettuce, onions, and chilies; top with grnd beef mix.
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Cover.
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Microwave 3 1/2 min at Medium-High or possibly till bottom of casserole feels hot.
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Rotate 1/2 turn during cooking.
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Sprinkle with cheese on the top.
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Cook, uncovered, 3 min at Medium-High or possibly till cheese melts.
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Garnish with tortilla chips.
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Serve with minced tomatoes, sliced olives, lowfat sour cream and taco sauce in separate dishes.

359

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lg. grnd beef, 1 (1 1/2 ounce.) pkg. taco seasoning mix, 3/4 c. water, 1 (15 ounce.) can refried beans, and more.

Yes, Microwave Taco Casserole Recipe 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!