Description
A hearty and flavorful Beef Nacho Casserole featuring layers of seasoned ground beef, black beans, crushed tortilla chips, and melted cheese. This easy-to-make Tex-Mex bake is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, with optional toppings to customize each serving.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
Assembly
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Optional Toppings
- Jalapeños
- Chopped tomatoes
- Avocado
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the casserole.
- Cook Beef and Onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion together until the beef is browned and the onions are soft, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, then drain any excess grease from the skillet to reduce fat.
- Season Beef Mixture: Mix in the taco seasoning and water, simmering for 2–3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Add Tomatoes and Beans: Stir in the drained diced tomatoes with green chilies and the black beans until everything is well combined.
- Layer Ingredients: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer half of the crushed tortilla chips on the bottom, followed by half the beef mixture and half the shredded cheese. Repeat these layers.
- Add Toppings: Spread the sour cream evenly over the top layer, then sprinkle with the remaining cheese, black olives (if using), and chopped green onions.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is fully melted.
- Rest and Serve: Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes after baking to set, then serve topped with your choice of jalapeños, chopped tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro.
Notes
- To keep the tortilla chips crispier, add them just before baking to prevent sogginess.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter protein option.
- Leftover casserole reheats well and can be enjoyed as a dip served with extra chips.
