Easy Taco Casserole

Taco Casserole

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·        Prep time: 15 mins.

·        Cook time: 30 mins.

This classic recipe is so easy for a busy family…oh, and delicious!

 What you need:

 

·        Tortilla Chips

·        2 tbs. chili oil (or olive oil and red pepper flakes)

·        1 medium onion (chopped)

·        2 cloves garlic (minced)

·        1 lb. cooked shredded chicken (cook the night before in the crockpot; refrigerate

·        1 pkg. taco seasoning

·        1 (19.75 oz.) black beans (drained and rinsed)

·        1 (16 oz.) hot salsa

·        2 c. shredded reduced fat Monterey jack cheese

·        Jalapeños, Olives, Green Chilies, Lettuce, Sour Cream, etc. (Optional)

 

What you do:
 

1.  Preheat oven to 350º.

2.  Heat oil in large skillet.  Add the onion and garlic and sauté until soft.  Add chicken and taco seasoning.  Heat thoroughly, breaking up meat with a spatula for about 5 minutes. 

 

 

3.  Add beans and salsa.  Mix wel and continue to cook until salsa thickens.

 

4.  Line the bottom of a 9 x 13 baking dish with tortilla chips, pressing down on the lightly to break them into bite-sized pieces.  Spread the meat and bean mixture over the chips and top with cheese. 

 

 

5.  Add sliced jalapeños or other toppings that you want.  Bake 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and gooey.

6.  Top with lettuce, sour cream, olives or whatever you like and scoop up with additional chips if desired.

 

 

ENJOY!