Beef Taquito Casserole

Frozen beef taquitos are a fun twist to this easy and quick Taquito Casserole. This easy casserole requires no chopping, no pre-cooking and only a couple minutes prep. So great for a busy weeknight. Serve with your favorite taco toppings for a yummy, kid-approved, and fun dinner!

EASY TAQUITO CASSEROLE

This taquito casserole is one of my favorite dinners to make. You know those days that you just want super kid-friendly food that is sure to make everyone happy? Well this casserole is just that. 

No chopping needed which means no pulling out the cutting board and knife. In fact there really is no prep and pre-cooking involved at all. It uses leftover rice, frozen corn, canned enchilada sauce, cheese, and frozen beef taquitos. 

If you want more easy, no chopping needed casserole recipes then be sure and try my ziti pasta bake, creamy beef noodle bake, pepperoni pizza biscuit casserole, or this ham macaroni and cheese casserole. 

INGREDIENTS NEEDED FOR TAQUITO CASSEROLE

Frozen Beef Taquitos – You need 20 taquitos for this recipe. The box that you will find in the store (20 oz) has 21 taquitos. You can either smush them to make them fit OR just use 20 of them. I just use 20 of them and discard the leftover one taquito. I would advise not trying to make them all fit because they will be overlapping, which might mean that the taquitos don’t get as crispy while they cook. 

Cooked Rice – This can be any rice. I always just make some white rice right before I start making this for dinner. If you have leftover rice from another dinner then use that. You can also cook some microwave rice that comes in those pouches. You need 2 cups of cooked rice so make sure that whatever you use or make, that it equals the 2 cups called for. 

Frozen Corn 

Black Beans – We prefer the black beans in this recipe but feel free to switch them out if you prefer a different bean. 

Mild Enchilada Sauce – If you want spice then by all means use a medium or hot enchilada sauce. I serve kids so I keep it mild. Plus, keep in mind that the taquitos have some spice to them so when you combine that with enchilada sauce and the taco seasoning packet it could easily get “too spicy” for young kids. 

Mild Taco Seasoning – I have tested this recipe dozens of times and the mild taco seasoning tastes much better. But yes, you can substitute it with a different taco seasoning if you prefer. 

Shredded Cheese – I use Colby Jack cheese but you can use anything you want here. 

MY TIPS & HELPFUL HINTS FOR THIS EASY CASSEROLE RECIPE

• Is this casserole spicy?

  • It does have a “bite” to it but if you follow the recipe as written, it’s not so bad that kids won’t eat it. My kids still eat it fine. The frozen taquitos are not mild and they do have some spice. That’s why the recipe calls for mild enchilada sauce + mild taco seasoning. If you want a really spicy casserole then use regular taco seasoning or hot, and a medium or hot enchilada sauce. You could also use Pepper Jack cheese.

• How long will leftovers last?

  •  This casserole actually reheats fairly well. The taquitos will not be as crispy as they are when it’s fresh out of the oven. I just microwave a portion of the leftovers. Store leftover casserole in a covered container or just tightly cover the baking pan with tin foil. Leftovers are good for about 3-4 days after.

• How do I serve taquito casserole?

  • We love ours served with shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, sour cream, and avocado slices. 
  • I put the toppings in bowls and then everyone can top their portion however they like. 
  • Use any of your favorite taco toppings for this. Salsa, guacamole, pico de gallo, more cheese, jalapeños, etc. are all great choices. 

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Easy Chicken Flautas

Easy Taco Casserole

Cheesy Taco Spaghetti Casserole

Honey Lime Chicken Enchiladas