Taco Potato Casserole Recipe

Level: Easy
Yield: 6 to 8 servings
Nutritional Analysis Per Serving (Serving Size: 1 of 8 servings)
Calories: 534
Total Fat: 33 g
Saturated Fat: 16 g
Carbohydrates: 29 g
Dietary Fiber: 4 g
Sugar: 6 g
Protein: 29 g
Cholesterol: 112 mg
Sodium: 1239 mg

Total: 1 hr 20 min
Active: 15 min

Transform busy weeknights into taco night triumphs with this irresistible layered casserole! Crispy shredded hash browns mingle with savory ground beef, zesty canned tomatoes and green chiles, bold taco seasoning, and gooey melted cheese for explosive flavor in every bite. It's a no-fuss oven wondermix everything right in the dish for effortless prep and cleanup. Top with your favorite taco fixings like sour cream and cilantro, and dig in. Got leftovers? Wrap them in a tortilla for an epic burrito encore!

Ingredients

30 ounces frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
1 1/2 pounds 80/20 ground beef
Two 10-ounce cans diced tomatoes and green chiles, such as Rotel
Two 1-ounce packages taco seasoning
4 scallions, thinly sliced, white and green parts separated
8 ounces processed cheese, such as Velveeta, cut into small cubes
8 ounces shredded Cheddar (about 2 cups)
Sour cream, guacamole, pickled jalapeos and fresh cilantro leaves, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Spread the hash browns evenly in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Break off chunks of ground beef and distribute over the potatoes. Layer on the diced tomatoes and green chiles, taco seasoning, and scallion whites. Sprinkle the processed cheese cubes across the top. Bake until the beef is fully cooked, around 45 minutes.
Take out of the oven and mix thoroughly to blend everything. Cover with the Cheddar cheese and return to the oven until the cheese melts and bubbles in spots, about 15 minutes more.
Allow to rest for 10 minutes, then finish with scallion greens, sour cream, guacamole, pickled jalapeos, and cilantro leaves.

This crowd-pleasing casserole fuses taco magic with comforting hash browns, delivering juicy beef, spicy chiles, and cheesy bliss that's ready with hands-off baking. Dial up the heat with spicy seasoning or keep it mildcustomize toppings like olives or chips for crunch. Packed with protein and just-right carbs, it reheats like a dream. Prep ahead for weeknight wins, swap beef for turkey, or add beans for extra heartiness. Perfect for potlucks, game days, or family feastsgarnish boldly for restaurant-worthy vibes. Beginners and busy cooks, this 15-minute prep gem will make you a dinner hero![1][2]

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