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Crunchy Tex-Mex Casserole with Spicy Ranch Drizzle

This easy recipes Tex-Mex casserole is packed with cheesy layers, bold spices, and a spicy ranch drizzle.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Casserole
Cuisine: Tex Mex
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Servings: 6 servings
Author: Betty

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
  • 2 cups corn chips (like Fritos)
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons ranch dressing mix
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add taco seasoning and water to the beef. Simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  4. Stir in black beans and diced tomatoes with green chiles. Heat through.
  5. Spread half the corn chips in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  6. Top with half the beef mixture and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Repeat layers with remaining chips, beef mixture, and cheese.
  7. Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 5 more minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Meanwhile, mix sour cream, ranch dressing mix, and hot sauce in a small bowl.
  9. Drizzle spicy ranch over casserole and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

To make it spicier, add chopped jalapeños or use pepper jack cheese. Great for potlucks or easy weeknight dinners.