My savory Taco Pie Recipe is a Mexican-inspired classic that is sure to be a family favorite! Complete with refried beans and seasoned ground beef baked between two tortillas topped with shredded cheese and fresh taco toppings, this is a delicious budget-friendly dish that's ready in just 30 minutes.
| Serving up a slice of cheesy taco pie baked with tortillas |
Mexican Pie
Mexican-inspired recipes have always been a go-to for me, especially when I need an easy family dinner or a crowd-friendly dish for a get-together like a potluck. This taco pie with tortillas is by far one of my favorites!
It has all the flavors everyone wants in a good taco recipe: ground beef seasoned with homemade taco seasoning, beans, salsa, fresh vegetables, and plenty of cheese. Top it all off with classic taco toppings like pico de gallo, sour cream and guacamole, and it is a crowd-pleaser that will have everyone asking you for the recipe.
My favorite thing about this dish is the tortilla crust. It's beyond easy to use flour tortillas as a crust for taco pie, and the flavor it adds is just what you'd expect from a tasty beef taco. Give this a try for your next Taco Tuesday, and there's no way there will be any leftovers - so make extra!
READER REVIEWS
Angie on Pinterest agrees: "This turned out amazing! All four of us loved it. This will be made over and over again."
Penny says: "Very easy and delicious! Definitely a must for Taco Tuesday!!"
| Ingredients needed to make this Easy Taco Pie Recipe with Tortillas |
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.
For full ingredient measurements and in-depthinstructions, scroll down to the recipe card below.
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.
| Step by step photos showing how to make my Taco Pie recipe |
How to Make Taco Pie with Tortillas
| Baked Taco Pie with your favorite taco toppings ready to eat! |
Taco Bake Recipe Tips
- 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
I highly recommend doubling this recipe and making TWO Taco Pies at once. It's easy and you can freeze one for dinner next week or enjoy for quick lunches.
To double the recipe, just double all the ingredients and divide them among two pie pans.
This recipe freezeswell. You can bake both pies and freeze one - just remember to let it cool completely before covering tightly and storing in the freezer.
When ready to use the frozen taco pie, take it out of the freezer a day or two ahead and let it thaw completely in the refrigerator. Then reheat and eat when ready to serve.
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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Main
Mexican
Yield: 4
Author: Life Tastes Good
Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 20 MinTotal time: 30 Min
Taco Pie with tortillas is perfect for those busy weeknights! Taco Pie is a budget-friendly, easy recipe ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
Taco Pie
- 1/2 pound ground chuck
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 (16 ounce) can of refried beans
- 2 (10 inch) flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded Mexican Cheese Blend
- 1/2 cup freshly diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 to 2 tablespoons finely diced jalapeno peppers
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
- Sour cream
- Simple Guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a 9" pie plate with cooking spray.
- Heat a skillet over mid-high heat and brown 1/2 pound ground chuck. Season beef with 1/2 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, & 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Add 1/2 cup diced onions and 1/2 tablespoon freshly minced garlic. Cook until the meat is browned all the way through and the fat is absorbed.
- Place one 10" tortilla in the pie plate allowing the tortilla to cover the bottom of the pie plate and go up the sides. Top with 8 ounces refried beans. Spread to cover the tortilla evenly across the bottom of the pie plate.
- Spoon the meat mixture over the beans and spread evenly. Place the 2nd tortilla on top of the meat mixture and press down around the sides gently. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes until lightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and spread 1/2 cup salsa over the top of the tortilla. Sprinkle with 1 cup shredded cheese and spread the diced tomatoes over top of the cheese evenly. Top with 1/4 cup chopped green onions and 2 tablespoons finely diced jalapeno peppers. Bake for another 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted to your liking.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve with sour cream and Simple Guacamole. Enjoy!
Notes
- Double the recipe: double all the ingredientsand divide them among two pie plates. This recipe freezeswell. You can bake both pies andfreeze one- just remember to let it cool completely before covering tightly and storing in the freezer.
- Before making the recipe it is best to gather all your ingredients and prepare them as needed (chopping, dicing, slicing, etc...) before you start making the recipe. A little prep work ahead of time helps to make the recipe move along more quickly and eases your stress level.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
349.36
Fat (grams)
21.59 g
Sat. Fat (grams)
9.95 g
Carbs (grams)
18.39 g
Fiber (grams)
3.89 g
Net carbs
14.52 g
Sugar (grams)
4.84 g
Protein (grams)
20.27 g
Sodium (milligrams)
1023.42 mg
Cholesterol (grams)
68.63 mg
Nutrition label disclaimer: Nutrient values are estimates only. Variations may occur due to product availability and food preparation. To obtain the most accurate representation of the nutritional information in a given recipe, you should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe, using your preferred nutrition calculator. You are solely responsible for ensuring that any nutritional information provided is accurate, complete, and useful.
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