Description
Taco Pie is a comforting, flavor-packed twist on classic tacos, baked into a sliceable pie with seasoned beef, melty cheese, and a crispy crust. It is perfect for busy weeknights, casual gatherings, or a hearty family dinner.
Ingredients
1 refrigerated pie crust (or homemade)
1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp taco seasoning
1/2 cup tomato sauce (or salsa)
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips
Diced tomatoes (optional)
Sliced olives (optional)
Chopped cilantro (optional)
Sliced jalapenos (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Press the pie crust into a greased pie dish, fitting it evenly along the bottom and sides.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the minced garlic, taco seasoning, and tomato sauce. Simmer for about 5 minutes until well combined.
- Spread the seasoned beef mixture evenly into the prepared crust.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the beef, add small spoonfuls of sour cream, and top with crushed tortilla chips.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with diced tomatoes, sliced olives, chopped cilantro, or jalapenos if desired. Slice and serve.
Notes
Swap ground beef for ground turkey or shredded chicken for a lighter option.
For a vegetarian version, use black beans and sauteed vegetables instead of meat.
To prevent a soggy crust, drain the beef well and consider prebaking the crust for 5 to 7 minutes.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freeze the baked pie for up to 2 months and thaw overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
