Street Corn Taco Casserole
A delicious casserole combining the flavors of street corn and traditional tacos, perfect for gatherings and comfort food lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free options available
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 lb ground beef (or substitute with turkey, chicken, or plant-based alternatives)
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (or mix with Monterey Jack or Cotija)
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 2 cups tortilla chips (or gluten-free options)
- 1 cup sour cream (or plain coconut yogurt for dairy-free)
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add taco seasoning and a splash of water, and stir to combine.
- Mix in the corn, stirring until heated through.
- Layer tortilla chips, half the beef mixture, and cheese in a greased 9×13 baking dish. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let rest for about 10 minutes, then top with sour cream and cilantro if desired.
Notes
This casserole can be prepared ahead of time and baked later. Feel free to customize toppings to your liking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: taco casserole, street corn, comfort food, easy dinner