Description
This delicious Taco Pie combines seasoned ground beef, crunchy tortilla chips, and a creamy cheese topping all baked inside a flaky crescent roll crust. Perfect for a fun weeknight dinner or casual gathering, it’s easy to prepare and packed with classic taco flavors balanced by fresh toppings.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup salsa
Crust
- 1 (8 oz) can crescent rolls
Toppings and Assembly
- 3/4 cup crushed tortilla chips
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Desired toppings - chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, cilantro, avocados, etc.
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and spray a 9-inch deep pie dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary. Stir in the taco seasoning and salsa, cooking until the mixture is heated through and well combined.
- Prepare the Crust: Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into 8 triangles. Line the pie dish with the triangles by placing the small points at the center bottom of the dish and the wide ends overlapping the edge. Press edges together firmly to form the crust.
- Assemble the Pie: Pour the cooked beef mixture into the crescent roll crust evenly. Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips over the beef layer. Drop dollops of sour cream across the chips and gently spread it out. Finally, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Bake: Place the pie in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and the crust has turned golden brown and crisp.
- Serve: Allow the pie to cool slightly before slicing. Top each serving with your preferred taco toppings such as chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, extra sour cream, fresh cilantro, or sliced avocados for extra flavor and freshness.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Adjust the taco seasoning to your taste, adding more if you prefer spicier filling.
- For a gluten-free crust alternative, consider using a pre-made gluten-free pie crust or tortilla shells.
- Feel free to add black beans or corn to the beef mixture for added texture and nutrition.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of pie)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
