Easy Taco Casserole

Want to make Taco Tuesday even more exciting? Opt for this easy, cheesy taco casserole! A bed of tortilla chips holds taco-seasoned meat, beans and cheese in a delicious casserole that takes just 20 minutes to prep. Get ready to dig in—everyone will want seconds of this crowd-pleasing Easy Taco Casserole.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
• 1 can (15 to 16 oz) chili beans in sauce, undrained
• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 packet (1 oz) Old El Paso™ 25% Less Sodium Taco Seasoning Mix
• 2 cups coarsely broken tortilla chips
• 8 medium green onions, sliced (1/2 cup)
• 1 medium tomato, chopped (3/4 cup)
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (4 oz)
• Additional tortilla chips, if desired

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Heat oven to 350°F. In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in beans, tomato sauce and taco seasoning mix. Reduce heat to medium; heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
2. 2In ungreased 1 1/2- to 2-quart casserole, place tortilla chips. Top evenly with beef mixture. Sprinkle with onions, tomato and cheese.
3. 3Bake uncovered 20 to 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Arrange additional tortilla chips around edge of casserole.