Description
This One-Pan Taco Skillet Casserole is a Tex-Mex crowd-pleaser that combines all your favorite taco flavors into a comforting and hearty dish. Perfect for busy weeknights, this casserole is easy to make and even easier to clean up, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey for a leaner option)
1 packet taco seasoning
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup sweet corn kernels (frozen or canned)
1 cup salsa or 1 can diced tomatoes
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
1 cup crushed tortilla chips (optional)
Optional toppings: sliced green onions, sour cream, avocado
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large, oven-safe skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the taco seasoning and a splash of water, stirring to coat the meat evenly.
4. Stir in the black beans, corn, and salsa (or diced tomatoes). Let the mixture simmer for about 2 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and top with shredded cheese and crushed tortilla chips, if using.
6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. For a crispy topping, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes.
8. Serve hot, garnished with green onions, sour cream, avocado, or any other desired toppings.
Notes
This casserole is highly customizable. To make it vegetarian, substitute the meat with plant-based alternatives or increase the beans and vegetables. You can also prepare it ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator or freeze it for later use.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg