Beef Nacho Casserole Recipe

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Beef nacho casserole provides simple meal solutions requiring less than an hour of preparation that even kids absolutely love and devour. This family-friendly recipe combines beloved nacho flavors in convenient casserole format for easy serving and cleanup. The kid-approved taste makes dinner planning significantly easier for busy parents.

Beef nacho casserole

This nacho casserole is a simple meal to whip up in less than an hour that even the kids are sure to love. Layers of seasoned ground beef, corn, and tortilla chips are baked under a layer of Colby cheese.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
6
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Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef

  • 1 ½ cups chunky salsa

  • 1 (10 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained

  • ¾ cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip)

  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

  • 2 cups crushed tortilla chips

  • 2 cups Colby cheese

Directions

  1. Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

  2. Cook ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from the heat and drain.

  3. Stir salsa, corn, salad dressing, and chili powder into the skillet until well combined.

  4. Layer 1/2 of the ground beef mixture in an ungreased 2-quart casserole dish; top with 1/2 of the tortilla chips and 1/2 of the cheese. Repeat layers once more.

  5. Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven, until heated through and cheese is melted, about 20 minutes.

Recipe Tip

Monterey Jack can be used in place of Colby cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

497 Calories
34g Fat
24g Carbs
26g Protein
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Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 497
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34g43%
Saturated Fat 14g69%
Cholesterol 98mg33%
Sodium 1128mg49%
Total Carbohydrate 24g9%
Dietary Fiber 3g9%
Total Sugars 8g
Protein 26g52%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 344mg26%
Iron 3mg14%
Potassium 494mg11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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John Davis
John Davis

Hi, I’m John Davis!
Food has always been my favorite way to connect with people, and that’s why I started blogging about it. I love sharing quick, creative recipes that prove cooking at home can be just as exciting as eating out. Whether it’s a speedy weeknight dinner or a fun snack, I enjoy keeping things simple, flavorful, and approachable for everyone. When I’m not experimenting in the kitchen, I’m usually exploring new cuisines or hunting for fresh inspiration at local markets.

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