🔥 This isn’t your average casserole—it’s a bold, cheesy, Tex-Mex inspired dish loaded with ground beef, beans, corn, and a crispy tortilla chip topping! Easy to make, impossible to resist, and perfect for feeding a crowd.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Quick & easy – Ready in under 45 minutes!
✅ Budget-friendly – Uses simple, affordable ingredients.
✅ Customizable heat – Make it mild or spicy.
✅ Great for leftovers – Tastes even better the next day.
✅ Ad-optimized structure – Keeps readers scrolling (and ads loading!).
Ingredients
*(Serves 6-8)*
For the Casserole:
1 lb (450g) ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning (or homemade blend*)
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed
1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles (Rotel)
1 cup (240ml) salsa (mild or hot)
1 cup (240ml) sour cream
2 cups (200g) shredded Mexican cheese blend
For the Topping:
2 cups crushed tortilla chips
1 cup (100g) shredded cheese (extra for gooey goodness!)
Optional garnishes: sliced jalapeños, avocado, cilantro, lime wedges
Homemade taco seasoning: 1 tbsp chili powder + 1 tsp cumin + ½ tsp garlic powder + ½ tsp onion powder + ¼ tsp paprika.
Step-by-Step Instructions
