Layered Taco Bake
This Layered Taco Bake is a cheesy, meaty, and easy-to-make dinner perfect for any night of the week. Made with tortillas, ground beef, and melty cheese, it’s a crowd-pleasing meal that’s ready in under 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- ½ cup water
- 4 flour tortillas 8-inch
- ½ cup salsa con queso
- 1 ½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-inch round baking dish.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Stir in taco seasoning and water, simmering until well combined. Mix in salsa con queso.
- Place one flour tortilla at the bottom of the dish. Add a layer of beef mixture, then sprinkle with cheese.
- Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with a top layer of cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and slightly golden.
- Let cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
Notes
- Swap ground beef for turkey or chicken.
- Use corn tortillas if preferred, but they may be softer.
- Add jalapeños for extra spice or crushed tortilla chips for crunch.
Calories: 450 | Protein: 22g | Carbs: 35g | Fat: 25g | Fiber: 4g