Ah, Walking Taco Bake 🌮—all the fun of “walking tacos” in a family-friendly, casserole form. It’s layered, cheesy, and super customizable.
Walking Taco Bake
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade: chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 can corn, drained (optional)
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
- 2 cups tortilla chips, crushed
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Optional toppings: sour cream, diced tomatoes, sliced olives, green onions, jalapeños
Instructions
- Cook the beef
- In a skillet, brown ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning and salsa. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
- Add corn and black beans if using.
- Assemble the bake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a greased baking dish, layer:
- Crushed tortilla chips
- Taco meat mixture
- Cheese
- Repeat layers if desired, finishing with cheese on top.
- Bake
- Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve
- Top with sour cream, tomatoes, green onions, or any favorite taco toppings.
Tips
- For extra crunch, sprinkle a few extra crushed chips on top before baking.
- Make it vegetarian by swapping beef for a mix of beans and veggies.
- This works well as a meal prep dish—store leftovers in the fridge and reheat.
I can also give you a slow cooker version where the cheese melts perfectly and the casserole comes together hands-off.
Do you want me to do that?
