Taco Pie
Taco Pie is a delicious twist on classic tacos, baked into a hearty, layered pie. Featuring a flaky crust or tortillas, seasoned ground beef, gooey melted cheese, and all your favorite taco toppings, this dish is a family favorite. Perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, or even Taco Tuesday, this recipe is simple, comforting, and full of bold Tex-Mex flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tbsp homemade
- ½ cup salsa or taco sauce
- 1 8-inch refrigerated pie crust or 6 small flour tortillas
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup crushed tortilla chips
- Optional toppings: shredded lettuce diced tomatoes, black olives, jalapeños, avocado, extra salsa
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook meat: In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat. Add taco seasoning and salsa/taco sauce. Stir well and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Prepare base: Place the pie crust into a 9-inch pie dish (or layer flour tortillas as the base).
- Assemble pie: Spread the beef mixture over the crust, then layer with sour cream, crushed tortilla chips, and cheese.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish & serve: Let cool slightly, then top with lettuce, tomatoes, olives, jalapeños, or avocado before slicing into wedges
Notes
- Crust options: Use crescent roll dough, cornbread mix, or layer tortillas instead of pie crust.
- Make it spicy: Add diced jalapeños, hot salsa, or pepper jack cheese.
- Freezer-friendly: Assemble ahead and freeze (without fresh toppings). Bake straight from frozen, adding 10–15 minutes to the cooking time.
- Lighter version: Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream and use lean ground turkey or chicken.