Teresa's Taco Casserole Recipe

This easy, customizable taco casserole is perfect for potlucks and family dinners! Enjoy a lighter version with ground turkey, low-fat sour cream, and low-fat cheese, or indulge in a richer flavor with ground beef and full-fat dairy – the choice is yours! Crispy Doritos add a satisfying crunch to this flavorful and hearty dish, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Prepare to be amazed – you won't believe how delicious and easy this recipe is!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 635 kcal
Protein 49g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Teresa's Taco Casserole

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How to Make Teresa's Taco Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add minced garlic and ground meat. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned.
  5. Stir in diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, green chilis, and black olives.
  6. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  7. Lightly spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  8. Layer half of the crushed Doritos on the bottom of the dish.
  9. Spread the meat mixture evenly over the Doritos.
  10. Dollop the sour cream over the meat mixture.
  11. Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
  12. Top with the remaining crushed Doritos.
  13. Bake for 25 minutes.
  14. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
  15. Return to the oven for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

82g

Carbs

13g