Walking Taco Casserole is a hearty and delicious Tex-Mex inspired dish that combines the flavors of a classic walking taco with the convenience of a casserole. Originating in the United States, walking tacos have long been a popular street food at fairs, carnivals, and sporting events. This casserole version takes all the elements of a walking taco and combines them into a satisfying and easy-to-make meal.
To serve this delectable Walking Taco Casserole, you can pair it with a variety of sides to enhance the meal. A fresh and crisp side salad with toppings such as mixed greens, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, and a tangy cilantro-lime dressing would provide a refreshing contrast to the warm and savory casserole. For an extra touch, you could also offer a bowl of sour cream, guacamole, or salsa on the side to allow your guests to customize their servings to their liking.
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Walking Taco Casserole
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 can of green chiles
- 2 cups of Fritos corn chips or tortilla chips
- 3 ounces of cream cheese
- 1 cup of shredded Mexican cheese
- 1 chopped tomato
- 1 cup of shredded lettuce
- 1 packet of taco seasoning
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 can of green chiles
- 2 cups of Fritos corn chips or tortilla chips
- 3 ounces of cream cheese
- 1 cup of shredded Mexican cheese
- 1 chopped tomato
- 1 cup of shredded lettuce
- 1 packet of taco seasoning
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. In an oven-safe skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Add chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent.
4. Stir in the cream cheese and taco seasoning, ensuring they're well combined with the beef and onion mixture.
5. Gently fold in the green chilis.
6. Layer the Fritos corn chips evenly over the beef mixture in the skillet.
7. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the chips.
8. Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool slightly.
10. Top the casserole with chopped tomato and shredded lettuce.
Serve the walking taco casserole directly from the skillet, allowing everyone to scoop out portions and enjoy the delicious flavors!
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Enjoy this delightful Walking Taco Casserole, a perfect combination of Tex-Mex flavors, comfort, and convenience. It's a dish that will satisfy the cravings of taco lovers while offering an easy and crowd-pleasing option for any occasion.