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A plate full of walking tacos with Fritos and toppings.
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5 from 1 vote

Walking Taco Casserole

Easy casserole recipe that is similar to a Frito pie, and loaded with all your favorite walking taco flavors.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 273kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13 pan

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion diced
  • 1 package taco seasoning mix
  • 2/3 cup water
  • 1 can 15 oz. enchilada sauce
  • 1 can 15 oz pinto beans, drain and rinse
  • 1 bag 9.25 ounce Fritos corn chips
  • 2 cups shredded cheese
  • 1 green onion chopped
  • Optional Garnish: lettuce tomato, sour cream, guacamole

Instructions

  • Prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish by spraying it with oil or a non-stick cooking spray. Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
  • In a large skillet, add the ground beef and onions. Cook over medium heat stirring often until meat is brown and onions have softened.
  • Once meat and onions are fully browned, drain off excess fat. Add in water and taco seasoning, stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the enchilada sauce and beans to the skillet and stir to fully combine.
  • Sprinkle about 4 cups of Fritos onto the bottom of your baking dish, then top the Fritos with 1 cup of cheddar cheese. Spread the meat mixture on top of that for the next layer then top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake at 350ºF for about 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. You’re your casserole is out of the oven, top with the remaining Fritos.
  • Allow to cool slightly, then serve with optional topping such as lettuce, tomato, green onions, sour cream, or guacamole.
  • Enjoy!

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Notes

Serves 8

Nutrition

Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 212mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 216IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 159mg | Iron: 1mg