Best Taco Casserole

Preparation

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

2. 2

   Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring frequently, until browned and crumbly, about 8–10 minutes.

   10 min
3. 3

   Drain excess fat if needed. Stir in the salsa, reduce the heat to medium-low, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes until most of the liquid is absorbed.

   20 min
4. 4

   Stir the drained chili beans into the beef mixture and cook until heated through, about 2–3 minutes.

   3 min
5. 5

   Spread the crushed tortilla chips evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

6. 6

   Spoon the beef-and-bean mixture over the chips and spread into an even layer.

7. 7

   Dollop and spread the sour cream over the beef layer.

8. 8

   Scatter the sliced black olives, chopped green onions, and chopped tomatoes evenly over the sour cream.

9. 9

   Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese over the top.

10. 10

    Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden, about 30 minutes.

    30 min
11. 11

    Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

    5 min