Description
Easy Taco Casserole is a delicious and satisfying dish that combines seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, and crispy tater tots, all topped with melted cheese. This quick and comforting meal is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or casual gatherings. With minimal effort required and an abundance of flavor, it’s sure to become a favorite on busy weeknights when you need something hearty and filling. Customize it with your favorite toppings for an extra layer of deliciousness, making it a versatile choice that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 can petite diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces), drained
- 1 can refried beans (16 ounces)
- 1 bag frozen tater tots (16 ounces)
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, black olives, sour cream, salsa, diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onions are soft. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in taco seasoning and drained tomatoes; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spread refried beans across the bottom. Layer frozen tater tots on top.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly over the tater tots and sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole (approximately 226g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg