Easy Cheesy Taco Casserole

Name: Easy Cheesy Taco Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound lean ground beef; 1/2 cup diced yellow onion; 1 ounce package taco seasoning; 26 ounces thick salsa; 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed; 15 ounces corn, drained; 2 cups crushed tortilla chips; 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese; Optional toppings: sour cream, diced tomatoes, cilantro, or green onions

This hearty taco casserole combines all your favorite taco night flavors into one simple, cheesy dish that the whole family will love.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 Mexican· October 13, 2026

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Prep

15 minutes

Cook

15 minutes

Total

30 minutes

Serves

If you are looking for a way to mix up your weekly dinner routine, this taco casserole is the perfect solution. It takes all the best parts of a classic taco and turns them into a baked meal that is easy to serve and even easier to clean up afterward.

I love this recipe because you do not have to worry about filling individual shells at the table. Just brown your meat, stir in the veggies and seasoning, and let the oven do the rest of the work while you get the toppings ready.

🧺 Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 cup diced yellow onion
1 ounce package taco seasoning
26 ounces thick salsa
15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
15 ounces corn, drained
2 cups crushed tortilla chips
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
Optional toppings: sour cream, diced tomatoes, cilantro, or green onions

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat, then add the ground beef and diced onion.
3
Cook the meat mixture for about 7 to 8 minutes until the beef is fully browned.
4
Stir in the taco seasoning, salsa, black beans, and corn, then let it simmer for another 5 minutes.
5
Spread the crushed tortilla chips in an even layer across the bottom of your prepared baking dish.
6
Spoon the beef and veggie mixture over the chips and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top.
7
Bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese is hot and melted, then serve warm with your favorite fresh toppings.

💡 Tips

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days, but keep in mind that the chips will soften over time. I suggest adding a handful of fresh chips to each serving when you reheat it in the microwave to bring back that satisfying crunch.

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