Description
Craving something bold, hearty, and easy to make? This **Cozy Pioneer Woman Taco Casserole** is the ultimate weeknight dinner idea—bursting with Tex-Mex flavors, gooey cheddar cheese, and loaded with veggies like corn, peas, and bell pepper. Perfect for quick dinners, party potlucks, or a cozy family meal. This easy recipe is full of comfort, simple to customize, and guaranteed to be a hit with the whole family. Whether you’re after easy dinner ideas, a filling lunch, or a satisfying, healthy snack, this dish checks all the boxes!
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons taco seasoning
1 cup tomato sauce
3/4 cup frozen corn
3/4 cup frozen peas
1 red bell pepper, diced
3/4 cup salsa
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream, for topping
1 avocado, diced, for topping
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Add onion and garlic, and cook until soft and fragrant, about 4–5 minutes.
4. Stir in taco seasoning and tomato sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Mix in corn, peas, and red bell pepper. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 4–5 minutes.
6. Transfer mixture to a baking dish. Spread salsa evenly over the top.
7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the surface.
8. Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Let casserole rest for 5 minutes.
10. Top with sour cream, diced avocado, and fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking for cleaner slices.
Use freshly grated cheese for the best melt and flavor.
Drain excess fat from the beef to avoid a greasy casserole.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: taco casserole, easy dinner, taco bake, quick casserole, Pioneer Woman casserole