Healthy Doritos Pie Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
429 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Healthy Doritos Pie Casserole
Description
Healthy Doritos Pie Casserole starts by browning lean ground beef with diced onions and mixing in taco seasoning, chili powder, and salt for robust southwestern flavor. The meat mixture is combined with chunky mild salsa, corn, black beans, fresh cilantro, and shredded Mexican cheese, then baked uncovered to melt cheese and heat through. The finishing touch is adding crushed Doritos immediately before serving to preserve their crisp texture, enhancing the dish with a crunchy contrast. The casserole blends creamy melted cheese and hearty beans with beef and salsa for a filling, flavorful dish that brings taco-inspired ingredients into an easy-to-serve baked meal.
The baking time is short at 10 minutes, ensuring the flavors meld without overcooking. The recipe suggests serving with additional cilantro and sour cream if desired, which add freshness and creaminess alongside the spicy notes. This dish suits those looking for a casual casserole with familiar Tex-Mex seasonings and a distinctive crunch from the Doritos topping.
Ingredients
- 2 lb. ground beef I used 96/4, lean
- 1 yellow onion diced, small, 170g
- 1 taco seasoning use water according to packet
- 1 Tbsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 24 oz. salsa mild, chunky, jar
- 3/4 cup corn frozen or canned, 127g
- 1 (15.5-oz.) black beans canned, drained and rinsed
- 2-3 Tbsp cilantro chopped - can omit, fresh
- 1.5 cup Mexican shredded cheese 168g
To Serve:
- 4 cups Doritos slightly crushed - about a 1/2 cup (25g) per serving, mini or regular, 200g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Add the ground beef to a large skillet and set to medium heat. After 3-4 minutes add the onion and cook until the onion is tender and the beef is brown. Drain any excess liquid then stir in the taco seasoning, water, chili powder and salt.
- To the greased baking dish, add the cooked beef and onions, salsa, corn, black beans, cilantro and 1/2 cup of the shredded cheese. Mix then spread out evenly. Top with remaining 1 cup shredded cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 10 minutes. Top with Doritos, cilantro, sour cream and whatever else sounds yummy and enjoy!
Notes
- To prevent soggy toppings, add Doritos just before serving to keep them crisp.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 429 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/8 of casserole dish (278g) + 1/2 cup mini doritos (25g) | |
| Calories | 429kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 35.8g | 12% |
| Protein | 33.3g | 67% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4g | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 4.6g | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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