Best 5 Cheap Easy Taco Bake Recipes

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Trying to create a quick and budget-friendly meal? Look no further than a delicious and easy taco bake! This hearty casserole is a crowd-pleasing dinner that can be prepared with a handful of affordable ingredients found at your local grocery store. With a combination of ground beef, taco seasoning, salsa, cheese, and a few other pantry staples, you'll have a flavorful meal ready for your family to enjoy in no time. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, our guide will walk you through the simple steps to create the perfect taco bake. Let's get started and discover how easy it is to whip up a satisfying meal that won't break the bank!

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TASTY TACO BAKE



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If you can open a can, you can make this flavorful, layered entree. Then celebrate Mother's Day in southwestern style! Hearty and handy, this dish is one simple but surefire family pleaser. -June Karres, Grawn, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-1/2 cups crushed nacho tortilla chips, divided
1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 can (3.8 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained, divided
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
4 green onions, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • Spread 1 cup tortilla chips into an ungreased 8-in. square baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the chili, green chilies and 1/2 cup olives; spoon over chips. Spread sour cream over the top. Sprinkle with cheeses, mushrooms, onions, and remaining chips and olives. , Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Top with lettuce.

Nutrition Facts :

EASY TACO BAKE



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Combine ground beef, taco seasonings, tortillas and shredded cheddar cheese for this Easy Taco Bake, that's it! You'll have a warm and tasty dish to shared with your family in just 45 minutes. Get this Easy Taco Bake in the oven pronto!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 pkg. (16.35 oz.) TACO BELL® Soft Tortilla Taco Dinner Kit
3/4 cup water
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook meat with Taco Seasoning Mix as directed on package.
  • Spray 12x8-inch baking dish with cooking spray; cover bottom of dish with 6 Tortillas. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese. Cover with layers of seasoned meat, remaining tortillas and Salsa.
  • Bake 15 min. or until heated through. Top with remaining cheese; bake 5 min. or until melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 26 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 1150 mg, Carbohydrate 33 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 4 g, Protein 27 g

CHEAP & EASY TACO BAKE



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Make and share this Cheap & Easy Taco Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by mydesigirl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1 (1 1/8 ounce) packet taco seasoning
1 cup baking mix (like Pioneer or Bisquick)
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies
1/4 cup water
1 cup salsa
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Prepare the ground beef and taco seasoning mix according to package directions.
  • While meat is browning, mix baking mix, beans, green chilies and water.
  • Spread bean mixture in the bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Top with meat, salsa, then cheese.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.

EASY TACO BAKE



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Quick, easy, and less messy than real tacos. Eat with a fork and come back for seconds. Serve with tortilla chips.

Provided by Erica Leigh Bentz

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 package taco seasoning mix
cooking spray
2 (8 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent rolls
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1 (8 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (10 ounce) bag shredded lettuce

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Stir in taco seasoning.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray an 8x10-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Spread crescent roll dough into the bottom of the prepared baking dish; spoon refried beans onto dough. Layer ground beef over refried beans. Wrap edges of crescent roll dough over ground beef.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until dough is golden brown, 10 to 15 minutes. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese and lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 700.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.8 g, Cholesterol 91.6 mg, Fat 41.2 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 31.6 g, SaturatedFat 16.9 g, Sodium 1515.4 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

EASY LAYERED TACO BAKE



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This taco bake is amazing. I know that the ingredients look as though they would taste weird when combined, but I love this meal. Kids would probably love this, and it's wicked simple and wicked cheap.

Provided by Abbs lt3

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6 1 cup, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (7 1/4 ounce) box Kraft macaroni and cheese
1 lb ground beef
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 cup chunky salsa

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF. Prepare mac n cheese as directed on package. Cook meat with taco seasoning.
  • Layer seasoned meat, mac n cheese, and salsa in 8-inch square baking dish.
  • Bake 20 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.9, Fat 12.7, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 56.2, Sodium 583.6, Carbohydrate 26, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 4.8, Protein 20.3

Tips:

  • Use a variety of meats: Feel free to use ground beef, turkey, or chicken in this recipe. You can also use a combination of meats for a more flavorful dish.
  • Add some spice: If you like your tacos spicy, add some chili powder, cayenne pepper, or diced jalapeños to the meat mixture.
  • Don't skimp on the cheese: The cheese is what makes this dish so delicious, so don't be afraid to use a generous amount.
  • Add your favorite toppings: Once the taco bake is cooked, top it with your favorite taco toppings, such as lettuce, tomatoes, onions, sour cream, and salsa.
  • Make it a meal: Serve the taco bake with a side of rice, beans, or salad to make it a complete meal.

Conclusion:

Taco bake is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that the whole family will love. It's perfect for busy weeknights or for a casual get-together. With its simple ingredients and customizable flavor, taco bake is sure to become a new family favorite.

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