Walking Taco Casserole

🛒 Ingredients (Check Off As You Measure)

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 4 cups coarsely crushed corn chips (like Fritos or tortilla chips)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
3. Stir in the taco seasoning, black beans, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until the flavors meld.
4. Spread half of the crushed corn chips in the bottom of the prepared dish. Top with half of the beef mixture, then half of the cheese. Repeat the layers once more.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then dollop with sour cream and sprinkle with cilantro before serving.