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Ground Turkey Taco Casserole

A healthy and flavorful Ground Turkey Taco Casserole made with seasoned ground turkey, beans, salsa, tortilla chips, and melted cheese. This easy weeknight dinner is lighter than beef casseroles but still packed with bold taco flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Taco Filling
  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup salsa
  • Casserole Layers
  • 3 cups tortilla chips lightly crushed
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • Optional Toppings
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Green onions
  • Avocado or guacamole
  • Jalapeños
  • Fresh cilantro

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. In a skillet, cook ground turkey over medium heat until browned.
  3. Add onion and garlic; cook until softened.
  4. Stir in taco seasoning and water; simmer 3–5 minutes.
  5. Add black beans, corn, and salsa; mix well and cook 2 minutes.
  6. Layer half of the crushed tortilla chips in the baking dish.
  7. Add half of the turkey mixture on top.
  8. Sprinkle half of the cheese over the mixture.
  9. Repeat layers with remaining chips, turkey mixture, and cheese.
  10. Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
  12. Add toppings and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use lean ground turkey (93/7) for best balance of flavor and health.
  • Add extra vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for more nutrition.
  • For extra crunch, add fresh chips after baking.
  • Can be assembled ahead and refrigerated up to 24 hours.
  • Freezes well for up to 2 months before baking.
  • Works well as a base for other casseroles like taco pasta casserole or low-carb versions.