Description
This Crunchy Tex-Mex Casserole is a bold and satisfying dish made with layers of seasoned ground beef, beans, cheese, and crushed tortilla chips, topped with a spicy ranch drizzle for the perfect kick.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 2 cups crushed tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1–2 tablespoons hot sauce (to taste)
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in taco seasoning, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes. Cook for 5 minutes until heated through.
- Spread half of the crushed tortilla chips in the bottom of the casserole dish.
- Top with half of the beef mixture and 1 cup of shredded cheese.
- Repeat layers with remaining chips, beef mixture, and cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Meanwhile, whisk together sour cream, ranch dressing, and hot sauce in a small bowl to make the spicy ranch drizzle.
- Drizzle sauce over the hot casserole and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the heat level by using mild or spicy diced tomatoes and your preferred hot sauce.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the beef and add extra beans or vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini.
- Great for potlucks and game day gatherings — serves well and reheats nicely.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
