Taco Casserole

This is a healthier choice then nachos and taste even better when you make it yourself with fresh ingredients. All of these ingredients will cost you under $20, and some of the ones listed you can exclude according to what you prefer more.

Prep time: 10 min; Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings

• 24 Tortilla Chips, plus additional for serving
• 1 Tbs Chili Oil (or olive oil and red pepper flakes)
  
• 1 Onion, chopped
  
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  
• 1 pound Ground Chicken
  
• 2 Tbs Taco Seasoning
  
• 1 can Black Beans, drained
  
• 1 cup Salsa
  
• 1 cup shredded fat free or reduced fat Cheese
  
• Optional: Other toppings such as jalepenios, olives, etc.
  

Heat oven to 350.

Heat oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and garlic and sautee until soft. Add meat and taco seasoning. Cook, breaking up meat with a spatula, for about 5 minutes. Add beans and salsa. Mix well and continue to cook until salsa thickens.

Line the bottom of a large baking dish with tortilla chips, pressing down on them lightly to break them into bite-sized pieces. Spread the meat and bean mixture over the chips and top with cheese. Add sliced jalepenos or other toppings that you ant to be cooked. Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and gooey.

Scoop up with additional chips if desired.