Directions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Make Taco Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine all ingredients for the taco seasoning. Set aside.
- Cook the Beef: In a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until beef is browned, about 10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Add Seasoning & RO-TEL: Stir in the taco seasoning mix, water, and undrained RO-TEL. Sprinkle the grated cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake: Place the skillet in the oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prepare Toppings: While the casserole bakes, prepare the lettuce, tomatoes, green onions, jalapeno, cilantro, sour cream, and salsa.
- Assemble the Casserole: Remove the skillet from the oven. Layer corn chips on top of the melted cheese, then garnish with prepared toppings as desired. Serve immediately.
Recipe Details
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 20 minutes
- Total time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 4–6
- Difficulty: Easy
Variations & Tips
- Spice it Up: Add more jalapenos or a dash of hot sauce for extra heat.
- Cheese Lovers: Try a blend of Monterey Jack and cheddar for a gooey, melty top layer.
- Vegetarian Option: Replace ground beef with black beans or a plant-based meat substitute.
- Crunchy Topping: Swap corn chips for tortilla strips for a different texture.
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