Description
This Doritos Taco Casserole with Ground Beef is a deliciously cheesy, layered casserole combining seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and creamy sour cream, all baked atop crispy nacho cheese Doritos and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner with a Tex-Mex twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
Seasonings and Dairy
- 1 oz taco seasoning
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Other
- 9 oz nacho cheese Doritos, lightly crushed
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking during baking.
- Cook Ground Beef and Onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 1 lb ground beef and 1 cup chopped onion until the beef is fully browned and the onions are translucent. Drain any excess grease to keep the casserole from being too oily.
- Add Seasoning and Tomatoes: Stir in 1 oz taco seasoning and 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies into the skillet. Let the mixture simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until it slightly thickens, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Incorporate Beans, Corn, and Sour Cream: Add 15 oz black beans, 1 cup corn kernels, and 1 cup sour cream to the beef mixture. Stir thoroughly until everything is well combined and creamy.
- Layer Doritos: Spread half of the lightly crushed 9 oz nacho cheese Doritos evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a crunchy base layer.
- Add First Layer of Beef Mixture and Cheese: Spoon half of the beef mixture over the Doritos layer, then sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Repeat Layers: Repeat the layering by adding the remaining crushed Doritos, followed by the remaining beef mixture, and topping it all with the remaining 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the cheese on top is melted and bubbly, signaling the casserole is heated through and ready.
- Rest Before Serving: Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes after removing it from the oven. This helps it to set for easier slicing and enhances the flavors.
Notes
- You can substitute nacho cheese Doritos with any other flavored tortilla chips if preferred.
- For added heat, consider adding jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- Feel free to use reduced-fat sour cream and cheese to lower calories and fat content.
- This casserole can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated, then baked before serving.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven.
