Ground Turkey Taco Casserole Recipe
Ground Turkey Taco Casserole Recipe that saves you time and stress on weeknights with a delicious easy meal your family will love
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound lean ground turkey (preferably 93% lean)
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet (about 1 ounce) taco seasoning mix or 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese (sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips (optional, for topping)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Non-stick cooking spray or 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or olive oil.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey and diced onion. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until turkey is browned and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic during the last minute of cooking to avoid burning it.
- Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the cooked turkey mixture and stir well for even seasoning.
- Add the drained diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn. Stir and cook for 2 additional minutes to combine flavors and warm through.
- In a separate bowl, mix together softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Spread half of the turkey mixture evenly in the greased baking dish.
- Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the turkey layer. Repeat layering with the remaining turkey mixture and cream cheese mixture.
- Sprinkle shredded Mexican blend cheese evenly over the casserole’s top layer.
- Optionally, crush tortilla chips and scatter evenly over the cheese.
- Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until cheese melts, bubbles, and lightly browns.
- Remove from oven and let cool 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
This ground turkey taco casserole recipe has become a go-to dinner on busy weeknights. It combines lean ground turkey, melted cheese, and a zesty sauce for a quick, comforting dish that’s great for family dinners or casual get-togethers.