Easy Taco Bake Casserole

All the flavor of tacos, now in one mess-free, low-carb casserole! My easy taco casserole recipe is one dish everyone can enjoy!

Course Main, Main Course, Main Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword beef taco casserole, easy taco casserole, simple taco casserole, taco casserole recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 35

Total Time 50

Servings servings

Calories 388kcal

Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare an 11x7 inch pan by spraying it with cooking spray. Then cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned, 10-12 minutes.
1 lb Ground beef
Add in the diced pepper and onion, and saute 5 more minutes or until softened.
½ Onion, 1 Bell pepper
Add in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes and green chilies with juices, and water, and simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
1 ounce Taco seasoning, 10 oz Diced tomatoes with green chilies, ⅓ cup Water
Spread the taco meat mixture into the prepared casserole pan and set aside.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and sour cream until well blended.
4 large Eggs, ½ cup Milk, ½ cup Sour cream
Spread the egg mixture over top of the beef, then top the entire thing with shredded cheese.
1 cup Cheddar cheese
Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the eggs are firm. Let cool 10 minutes, then top with sliced jalapenos and avocado. Serve, and enjoy!
1 Avocado, 1 Jalapeno

If you're using a lean ground beef, you won't need to drain the grease. If you do choose to drain it, make sure to do so before adding any seasoning, or the flavor will be lost!

Any shredded cheese with lots of flavor will do great in this recipe! I prefer cheddar, but it's also delicious with Pepper Jack, Colby Jack, or your favorite Mexican cheese blend.

Jalapenos and avocados are only the start for delicious toppings! I also love adding fresh cilantro, pickled red onions, sliced tomatoes, crumbled Cotija cheese, fresh corn, and more.

You can use packaged taco seasoning, but if there are sensitivities in the family, make sure to check the ingredients. A surprising amount include filler like wheat flour.