Description
Get ready to elevate your taco night with the mouthwatering, one-pan wonder that is the One-Pan Taco Casserole. This all-in-one dish combines the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with the convenience of a single-skillet meal, making it a family favorite that’s sure to have your taste buds dancing a salsa of delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: sliced olives, diced jalapeños, chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to a toasty 375°F (190°C).
- In an oven-safe skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium-high heat, making sure to crumble the meat as it cooks. Once the meat is cooked through, drain any excess fat.
- Add the drained black beans, cooked rice, salsa, and taco seasoning to the skillet. Stir the mixture well, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly distributed and coated in the flavorful seasoning.
- Top the casserole with a generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese, followed by any optional toppings you desire, such as sliced olives, diced jalapeños, or chopped green onions.
- Pop the skillet (or casserole dish) into the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and irresistibly golden.
Notes
- This casserole makes for fantastic leftovers. Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
- To reheat, microwave in 30-second intervals or bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute ground meat with cooked lentils or crumbled tofu.
- Make sure to use gluten-free taco seasoning and chips if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of casserole
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg