Easy Taco Pie Recipe (2024)

Taco Pie Ingredients

• Ground beef- Use an 80/20 ground chuck mix for great beefyflavor. You can also use leanground beef. For other meats, ground pork andground turkeyalso work well, but thecooking timewill vary. Make sure to check the package for timing if you use aproteinother than beef.
• Freshonionsandgarlic- Use sweet yellowonionsand freshgarlicfor bestflavor.
• Taco seasoning- You can use my homemadetaco seasoning(included in this recipe) or ataco seasoningpacket to make this recipe. My homemadetaco seasoninguses a simple but bold blend ofchili powder, cumin, paprika,salt, and pepper.
• Refried beans- For convenience, use your favorite brand of cannedrefried beans.
• Flour tortillas- 10-inchflour tortillasmake the perfect Mexicanpie crust, as they fit beautifully in a piepan. If you needgluten-free, you can also layer corn tortillas. Some recipes usecrescent rollsas the crust, but keep in mind if you do this, thebakingtime will need to be adjusted.
• Salsa- Use your favorite jarred or homemadesalsa.
• Shreddedcheese- For bestflavor, I prefer to use aMexican blendofcheesesin thistaco pie recipe. However, you can also use shreddedcheddar cheeseor Monterey Jack if you prefer.

Taco Toppings to Use

• Fresh diced tomatoes - Adds the perfect freshness for topping taco pie.
• Fresh green onions - Green onions are the perfect complement to Mexican pies like this one.
• Fresh jalapenos - Fresh jalapenos are a must! Adjust how many you use based on your spice level preference.
• Fresh cilantro - Optional, but if you like cilantro, definitely add it to this taco bake.
• Sour creamand guacamole - These are my favorite finishing touches!
• You can also try adding other toppings such as fresh shreddedlettuce, black beans, bell pepper strips, green chiles, or enchilada sauce in place of thesalsain the filling.

How to Make Taco Pie with Tortillas

1. Season and brown meat in a large skillet (10-inch skillet) with onions and garlic
2. Place one tortilla in pie pan and top with beans
3. Add cooked taco meat on top of beans
4. Top with 2nd tortilla and press down around the sides gently. Bake 10-15 minutes
5. Remove from the oven and add taco toppings: salsa, cheese, tomatoes, green onions, and jalapenos
6. Bake to melt cheese
7. Garnish with cilantro and serve with sour cream and guacamole

• Whatever you like on a taco is what you should use as toppings for this recipe! Don't be afraid to mix things up according to your preference.
• Although this taco pie is best with ground beef, it also works well with other proteins. Try using ground pork or ground turkey if you prefer, or you could make it a vegan taco pie by using plant-based meat and dairy-free cheese.
• You can use crescent roll dough for the crust if you prefer it to tortillas. If you do, you will need to increase the total time for baking to 20-25 minutes.

Low Carb Taco Pie

If you want to make this a low carb taco pie, you will have to leave out the tortillas and make it crustless. Instead, whisk together 4-6 eggs and mix thoroughly and quickly with the ground beef mixture, and top with cheese and other toppings immediately rather than baking a second time. Bake until the cheese is fully melted, browned at the edges, and bubbling.

Meal Plan - Double the Recipe

How to Store Leftovers

If you have any leftovers, let them cool slightly, then store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave for about 50 seconds per portion (cover the plate or bowl so it doesn't spatter) or in the oven at a lower temperature for a few minutes until heated through.

Baked taco pie can also be frozen for up to 3 months. Allow it to cool completely, then wrap in plastic wrap and foil and label with the date. Let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight when ready to reheat, then reheat in the oven until completely heated through.

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