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Taco Casserole

All your favorite flavors of tacos in a comforting Taco Casserole perfect for an easy dinner recipe!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 682 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces frozen egg noodles (1 bag)
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 ounces packet taco seasoning + water called for on packet
  • 10 ounces Rotel Original Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies drained
  • 10 ounces Red Enchilada Sauce
  • 15 ounces canned corn & diced peppers drained
  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese
  • green onions for garnish
  • sour cream for topping

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 2 quart casserole dish with non-stick spray and set aside.
  2. Prepare frozen egg noodles according to package directions.
  3. Meanwhile in a large skillet cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, drain grease. Add taco seasoning and prepare according to directions on packet.
  4. In a large bowl mix together Rotel, enchilada sauce, corn & diced peppers. Stir until combined. When the taco meat is done cooking add into mixture and stir.
  5. After the egg noodles are done cooking, drain and stir into taco mixture.
  6. Pour mixture into prepared casserole dish. Top with shredded cheese. Place in preheated oven and bake, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.
  7. Remove from oven and cool 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions. Serve sour cream on the side for topping.

Notes

  • EXPERT TIPS
  • MAKE AHEAD FRIENDLY!
  • This easy casserole can be made up to 2 days ahead of time.
  • EASY FREEZER RECIPE!
  • HOW TO STORE LEFTOVERS
  • Refrigerator – Let any leftovers completely cool then place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator. Leftover casserole will last in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
  • Freezer – Let casserole cool completely then you can freezer it in one container or place in individual containers and freeze. Let thaw in refrigerator overnight when ready to use.
  • Use a leaner ground beef like 90% lean. This has plenty of flavor but won’t make your casserole overly greasy.
  • Grab a block of cheese and grate it yourself. It melts better!
  • Add crushed tortilla chips if you want it to be more like tacos.
  • Kick it up a notch by using pepper jack cheese.
  • Use diced chicken instead of ground beef for a different twist.
  • Prepare casserole as stated in recipe, but stop before baking.
  • Let it cool, then cover the casserole dish and place in the refrigerator.
  • When you are ready to use it take it out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature while you preheat the oven.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until warmed through and bubbly.
  • Let sit for 5 minutes, top and serve.
  • Prepare casserole, but do not bake it.
  • Let it cool, then cover the casserole dish and place in the freezer.
  • It can be stored for up to 3 months in the freezer.
  • When ready to use the casserole let it defrost in the refrigerator overnight.
  • When you are ready to prepare it take it out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature while you preheat the oven.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until warmed through and bubbly.
  • Let sit for 5 minutes, top and serve.

Nutrition Information

Calories 682kcal (34%) Carbohydrates 72g (24%) Protein 37g (74%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 12g (60%) Cholesterol 152mg (51%) Sodium 1251mg (52%) Potassium 612mg (17%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 1120IU (22%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 312mg (31%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 682

% Daily Value*

Calories 682kcal 34%
Carbohydrates 72g 24%
Protein 37g 74%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 12g 60%
Cholesterol 152mg 51%
Sodium 1251mg 52%
Potassium 612mg 13%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 1120IU 22%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 312mg 31%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.