Nacho Taco Casserole Recipe

Quick, easy, and crowd-pleasing! This Nacho Taco Casserole is a game-night favorite, perfect for busy weeknights or when you need to feed a hungry band (or family!). Crispy Doritos form the base for a flavorful taco meat and melty cheese masterpiece. Ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 608.1 kcal
Protein 59g
Rating 3.8 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Nacho Taco Casserole

  • 1 (11 ounce) bag Doritos tortilla chips
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • ½ cup water
  • Cheddar Cheese

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How to Make Nacho Taco Casserole

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Drain off any excess grease. Stir in 1 packet taco seasoning and ½ cup water. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until most of the water has evaporated.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  4. Arrange one 11-ounce bag of Doritos (crushed or whole, your preference!) in an even layer on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  5. Gently press down on the Doritos to create a compact layer.
  6. Spread the cooked taco meat evenly over the Doritos. Top with 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite Mexican blend).
  7. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

68g

Carbs

12g