Description
This Taco Doritos Casserole is a flavorful, hearty dish combining seasoned ground beef, savory tomatoes, sweet corn, and cheesy goodness layered with crunchy Doritos. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or casual get-together, it delivers the classic taco flavor in a comforting baked casserole form that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ½ yellow onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 12 ounce bag frozen corn
- 14.5 ounce can petite diced tomatoes with green chilies, NOT drained
- 1 cup black beans (optional)
Seasoning and Dairy
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 cups Mexican blend cheese
Crunch and Garnish
- 2 cups finely crushed Doritos
- 1 cup loosely crushed Doritos
- Sliced green onions (optional garnish)
- Diced tomatoes (optional garnish)
- Shredded lettuce (optional garnish)
- Avocado slices (optional garnish)
- Sour cream (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the beef mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown 1 pound of lean ground beef with ½ diced yellow onion and 1 teaspoon minced garlic until the beef is fully cooked and onions are translucent. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add seasoning and veggies: Stir in 1 packet of taco seasoning, the frozen 12-ounce bag of corn, and 14.5 ounces of petite diced tomatoes with green chilies (undrained). If using, add 1 cup of black beans. Mix well and let it simmer for a few minutes to combine the flavors.
- Prepare the casserole mixture: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 1 cup of sour cream until fully incorporated.
- Layer the casserole: In a greased baking dish, create the casserole by mixing the beef mixture with 2 cups of finely crushed Doritos and half of the 3 cups of Mexican blend cheese. Spread the mixture evenly.
- Add toppings: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of loosely crushed Doritos on top followed by the remaining cheese.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the casserole uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese melts and the casserole is bubbly.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with optional sliced green onions, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, avocado, and dollops of sour cream before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, add chopped jalapeños or hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- Black beans are optional but add extra protein and fiber.
- Using freshly crushed Doritos rather than pre-crushed provides better texture contrast.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure the taco seasoning and Doritos bag are labeled gluten-free.
Keywords: Taco casserole, Doritos casserole, ground beef casserole, easy Mexican dinner, cheesy casserole