Layered Ground Beef Taco Dip
User Reviews
4.4
Layered Ground Beef Taco Dip
Description
Layered Ground Beef Taco Dip builds flavor through distinct layers beginning with a smooth mixture of sour cream, softened cream cheese, and taco seasoning. The cooked ground beef is combined with onions, fire-roasted green chiles, black beans, and additional taco seasoning for a hearty and mildly spicy topping. Shredded Mexican cheese, fresh diced tomato, and cilantro add color and freshness to the final presentation. The dip is assembled in a baking dish and chilled to allow the layers to meld, offering a creamy yet textured experience. Serving it with corn tortilla chips balances the flavors and makes it suitable for informal parties or game day snacking.
The preparation involves simple stovetop cooking for the beef layer, while the base mixture requires minimal mixing. This approach creates layers with distinct flavors and textures that complement each other when eaten together.
Due to its refrigeration step and simple assembly, this dip can be made ahead and stored in an airtight container for up to three days, making it convenient for planning events or quick snacks.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces sour cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened, brick-style
- taco seasoning mix two 1.25-ounce packets, Ortega brand
- 1 pound ground beef I used 85% lean, lean
- 1 vidalia onion diced small, small/medium, sweet
- 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil if necessary
- fire-roasted green chiles one 4-ounce can, Ortega brand
- black beans one 15-ounce can, Ortega brand
- 1 cup Mexican cheese blend shredded
- 1 Roma tomato diced small
- cilantro for garnishing, fresh
- taco sauce as desired for serving, medium, Ortega brand
- corn tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Spray a 3-quart baking dish (or high-sided 9×9-inch pan) with cooking spray; set aside.
- To a medium mixing bowl, add the sour cream, cream cheese, and beat on high-speed with a handheld electric mixer.
- Add 1 packet taco seasoning and beat to incorporate.
- Turn mixture out into prepared pan; place pan in the fridge.
- To a large skillet, add the beef, onion, oil if necessary, and cook for about 5 minutes over medium-high heat, or until beef is cooked through and onion is soft and translucent. Crumble beef while it cooks to ensure even cooking.
- Add the green chiles, remaining 1 packet taco seasoning, and stir to combine.
- Add the black beans and stir to combine.
- Turn mixture out over sour cream-cream cheese layer.
- Evenly top with the cheese, tomato, cilantro, taco sauce, and serve immediately with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Store the dip covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 454 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 454kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 35g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13g | 76% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 126mg | 42% |
| Sodium | 544mg | 23% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
You'll Also Love
