Walking Taco Bake
Walking Taco Bake is a flavorful and easy-to-make casserole inspired by the classic walking taco. It combines seasoned ground beef, crunchy Fritos or Doritos, and a cheesy topping baked to perfection.The base layer of taco meat is mixed with salsa and refried beans, topped with chips and shredded cheese, then baked until bubbly and crispy.Garnish with sour cream, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, and green onions for extra flavor.It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing party dish. This hearty bake delivers all the bold flavors of a walking taco in an easy-to-serve casserole.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 can Rotel
- 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 2 cups crushed Fritos or Doritos
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C ).
- Cook Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned (about 5–7 minutes). Drain excess grease.
- Season: Stir in taco seasoning, salsa, Rotel, and black beans. Cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through.
- Layer the Bake: In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, layer half of the crushed Fritos or Doritos. Top with the beef mixture, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 15–20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish: Top with sour cream and green onions before serving.