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Healthy Taco Bake Recipe
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4.38 from 116 votes

Taco Casserole

This recipe is classic, but be sure to check out the updated version Doritos Locos Taco Bakee too!
Course Healthy Weeknight Dinner Recipes
Cuisine Southwest
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 364kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 ounces Tortilla Chips* about 24, plus additional for serving
  • 1 Tbs Chili Oil or olive oil and red pepper flakes
  • 1 Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken
  • 2 Tbs Taco Seasoning
  • 1 can Black Beans drained
  • 1 cup Hot Salsa
  • 1 cup shredded Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese
  • Optional: Other toppings such as jalepenios olives, etc.

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 350.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and garlic and saute until soft. Add meat and taco seasoning. Cook, breaking up meat with a spatula, for about 5 minutes. Add beans and salsa. Mix well and continue to cook until salsa thickens.
  • Line the bottom of a large baking dish with tortilla chips, pressing down on them lightly to break them into bite-sized pieces. Spread the meat and bean mixture over the chips and top with cheese. Add sliced jalapenos or other toppings that you ant to be cooked. Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and gooey.
  • Scoop up with additional chips if desired.

Notes

Try homemade baked tortilla chips for less fat!

Nutrition

Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 1057mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g