Description
This easy Taco Bubble-Up Casserole is a quick, flavorful dinner that layers classic taco ingredients with cheesy, savory, and zesty flavors in a bubbly, baked casserole. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it uses simple pantry staples and offers customizable options for meat, spice, and dietary preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1 packet Taco Seasoning
- 1 can Refrigerated Biscuits (usually 8 biscuits)
- 2 cups Shredded Cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or Mexican blend)
- 1 can Refried Beans (about 15 oz)
- 1 cup Prepared Salsa
Optional Toppings
- Sour Cream
- Sliced Olives
- Diced Green Onions
- Diced Tomatoes
- Fresh Cilantro
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat, then stir in the taco seasoning with a little water following package instructions to coat the meat evenly.
- Prepare the Biscuit Dough: Open the refrigerated biscuit dough and tear each biscuit into quarters or smaller bite-sized pieces that will bubble up when baked.
- Layer the Ingredients: Grease a casserole dish and spread refried beans evenly over the bottom. Layer the seasoned ground beef on top, then scatter the torn biscuit pieces evenly. Spoon salsa over the biscuit layer and sprinkle shredded cheese generously on top.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the casserole for 25 to 30 minutes until biscuits are golden and cooked through, and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Add Toppings and Serve: Remove from oven and add optional garnishes such as sour cream, diced tomatoes, sliced olives, green onions, or fresh cilantro. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Tear biscuits into similarly sized pieces to ensure even bubbling and cooking.
- Drain excess grease from cooked ground beef to avoid a soggy casserole.
- Place biscuits below salsa and cheese layers to enhance the bubble-up effect.
- Use freshly grated cheese for better melting and richer flavor.
- Watch baking time closely to prevent drying out; stop baking as soon as biscuits are golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 casserole
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg