Nachos Casserole Recipe

This irresistible Nachos Casserole, also known as the ultimate nacho dip or even nacho bake, is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser! Perfect for game day, potlucks, or family dinners, this easy recipe features a flavorful ground beef and bean base topped with melty cheese and fresh green onions. Served with crunchy tortilla chips, it's a fun and delicious meal everyone will love, especially kids! Prepare to be amazed by how quickly this dish disappears – it's THAT good! Leftovers make fantastic burrito fillings. Easily doubled or tripled for larger gatherings.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 390.5 kcal
Protein 54g
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Ingredients for Nachos Casserole

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How to Make Nachos Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Add 2 packets of taco seasoning to the browned beef.
  4. Fill each taco seasoning packet with water (as directed on the packet) and add to the beef mixture.
  5. Stir well to combine.
  6. Simmer the meat mixture for 15 minutes, covered, or until the water has evaporated and the mixture is no longer soupy.
  7. Spread 1 (15 ounce) can of refried beans evenly over the bottom of a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
  8. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the refried beans.
  9. Pour the meat mixture over the cheese and beans, spreading evenly.
  10. Cover with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese and top with 1/4 cup chopped green onions.
  11. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
  12. Serve immediately with tortilla chips and your favorite toppings (sour cream, guacamole, jalapeños, etc.).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

59 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

58g

Carbs

5g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Nachos Casserole?

Nachos Casserole takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 35 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Nachos Casserole?

Nachos Casserole has approximately 390.5 calories per serving, with about 54 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 36 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Nachos Casserole?

The key ingredients for Nachos Casserole are Ground Beef, Taco Seasoning, Refried Beans, Cheese, Green Onion, Tortilla Chips. See the full list with measurements above.

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