If you’ve ever had a walking taco, you know it’s essentially a portable taco made by filling a small bag of chips with seasoned meat, cheese, and toppings. It’s quick, fun, and delicious.

Walking Taco Casserole takes that same idea and layers it into a warm, cheesy, oven-baked dish. Instead of serving tacos one by one, you build a casserole with crunchy corn chips, flavorful taco meat, melted cheese, and fresh toppings. The result is a dish that’s easy to prepare ahead of time and satisfying enough for even the hungriest crowd.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s what you’ll want to gather before getting started. Most of these ingredients are pantry staples or easy to find at any grocery store.

• • Ground beef – 1 ½ pounds (you can also substitute ground turkey or chicken if you prefer a leaner option).
  • Onion – ⅓ of a large onion, chopped finely.

• Green chilies – 1 small can, for a mild kick of flavor.
• Enchilada sauce – 1 can (15 ounces), to create a saucy, flavorful base.
• Cream cheese – 2 ounces, to add creaminess and balance the spice.

• • Fritos corn chips – 1 bag, the crunchy base of the casserole.
  • Shredded cheese – 1 bag (cheddar or a Mexican blend works best).
  • Lettuce – ¾ cup, shredded, for fresh garnish.

• Tomatoes – ½ cup, diced.
• Salsa – 16 ounces, for serving.
• Sour cream – 8 ounces, for that cool, creamy finish.

Step-by-Step Instructions

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