Taco Bake

If you love tacos, try this quick and easy taco bake which is a fun twist on traditional tacos. Soft flour tortillas are layered in a casserole dish with ground beef, seasoning, and plenty of gooey cheese, resulting in a bubbling, cheesy Tex-Mex casserole.

Taco Bake Ingredients

The combination of savory beef and tomatoes, the crunchy tortilla, and the gooeyness of the cheese will leave you feeling full when you dig into this dish.

Substitutions And Additions

LOW CARB: If you’re eating low-carb or doing keto, you could leave the tortillas out.

MEAT: Any ground meat would work fine in this tasty recipe. Instead of ground beef, you could use ground turkey or ground chicken.

MIX-INS: Add refried beans, black beans, sliced bell peppers, or green chilis.

You could also mix in cream cheese when cooking the ground beef and onions for a creamier meat mixture.

TOPPINGS: Serve topped with shredded lettuce, green onions, diced tomatoes, and tortilla strips.

SPICE: Add a bit of hot sauce or chili powder to kick it up a notch.

How To Make This Taco Bake Recipe

Let’s walk through the steps to making this delicious, hearty taco bake.

STEP ONE: Cook ground beef in a large skillet on medium-high heat along with the onions until the beef is browned and the onions are tender.

STEP TWO: Stir in the package of taco seasoning along with the amount of water indicated in the package directions. Cook for eight to ten minutes.

STEP THREE: Add the Rotel, olives, and corn.

STEP FOUR: Spray the bottom of a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Place two tortillas on the bottom of the baking dish.

STEP FIVE: Spread half of the beef mixture evenly over the tortillas.

STEP SIX: Sprinkle one cup of cheddar cheese over the meat layer. Then, add another layer of two tortillas over the cheddar cheese.

STEP SEVEN: Layer the rest of the taco meat mixture on top of the tortillas and the last cup of cheese on top of the meat.

STEP EIGHT: Pop the casserole dish in the oven to bake at 350°F until bubbly, which takes about 20 minutes.

How To Serve

We top our taco casserole with salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and our favorite taco toppings — it’s the best!

For an even heartier meal, add our Spanish rice on the side. This easy casserole will be a big hit for Taco Tuesday!

Balance out the richness of the taco bake with a crisp and refreshing tomato cucumber salad.

For more popular recipes, try this taco ring and these chicken and shrimp tacos.

Storing This Taco Bake Casserole

Here’s the scoop on how to store this delicious dish to keep it tasting as amazing as the day you made it.

MAKE AHEAD: You can assemble the dish, cover it tightly with plastic wrap and aluminum foil, and pop it in the fridge.

You can keep it in there for up to 24 hours before baking. When you’re ready to devour it, just take it out, remove the plastic wrap and foil, and bake as usual.

IN THE FRIDGE: Store this taco bake in the fridge in an airtight container for up to three days.

IN THE FREEZER: This delicious casserole will keep in the freezer for up to three months.

Let it thaw in the fridge overnight and then reheat it in the oven at 350°F until it’s warmed through again.

Why We Love This Recipe

LOADED WITH FLAVOR: It combines all the beloved tastes of a classic taco – seasoned ground beef, savory beans, zesty salsa, and creamy cheese – into one mouthwatering casserole.

EASY TO MAKE: With simple, step-by-step instructions, it’s accessible to cooks of all levels. Plus, it’s a one-pan wonder, which means fewer dishes to wash and more time to enjoy your meal.

FAMILY-FRIENDLY: Kids and adults alike can’t resist its comforting flavors and gooey cheese topping. It’s a go-to recipe for family dinners and gatherings.

This cheesy taco bake recipe takes regular tacos and turns them into casserole form. The whole family will gobble up the layers of seasoned meat, veggies, and melty cheese.

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