Description
Hearty Mexican-inspired Taco Potato Casserole brings layers of spicy comfort to dinner tables. Melted cheese, seasoned ground beef, and crispy potato slices create a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound (450 grams) ground beef
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
Vegetables and Dairy:
- 4 cups frozen hash browns
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings and Toppings:
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa
- Cilantro for garnish
- Tortilla chips for topping
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F and lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking vessel with cooking spray.
- Sauté ground beef and onions in a skillet over medium-high heat until meat turns thoroughly brown, then eliminate excess grease.
- Incorporate taco seasoning and diced tomatoes with green chilies, mixing until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Create a uniform foundation of frozen hash browns across the entire casserole dish.
- Distribute the seasoned beef mixture uniformly over the potato layer, then add a scattered layer of black beans.
- Generously spread salsa across the beef, dollop sour cream in strategic patches, and lavishly sprinkle shredded cheese to cover the surface.
- Transfer the assembled casserole to the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, watching for cheese to melt completely and develop a golden, bubbling surface.
- Remove from oven and embellish with fresh chopped cilantro and crumbled tortilla chips just before serving to add texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by choosing mild or spicy taco seasoning to match your family’s taste preferences.
- Use sweet potato hash browns for a nutritious twist that adds extra vitamins and a slightly different flavor profile.
- Swap ground beef with plant-based crumbles or shredded chicken to accommodate vegetarian or lighter protein options.
- Prepare the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate, allowing flavors to meld together for an even more delicious meal when baked later.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 392 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg