Description
This delicious Taco Pie combines seasoned ground beef, a flaky crescent roll crust, crunchy tortilla chips, creamy sour cream, and melted cheddar cheese baked to perfection. Topped with fresh salad ingredients like lettuce, tomatoes, and avocado, it makes a satisfying and flavorful meal perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
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Meat Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup salsa
Crust
- 1 (8 oz) can crescent rolls
Toppings
- 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 Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Spray a 9-inch deep pie dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. Stir in the taco seasoning and salsa, mixing well. Cook for a few more minutes until the mixture is heated through and well combined.
- Prepare Crescent Roll Crust: Unroll the crescent rolls and separate the dough into 8 triangles. Line the pie dish with the triangles, arranging them so the small point of each triangle is at the center bottom of the dish and the wide ends cover the edges. Press the edges of the dough together to form a continuous crust.
- Assemble the Pie: Pour the cooked beef mixture evenly into the crescent roll crust. Sprinkle the crushed tortilla chips over the beef mixture to add a crunchy layer. Drop spoonfuls of sour cream over the chips and gently spread it to cover most of the surface. Finally, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Bake: Place the assembled pie in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crescent crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve with Toppings: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve slices topped with your choice of fresh toppings such as chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, cilantro, avocado slices, and additional sour cream as desired.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- If you prefer a spicier taco pie, add extra chili powder or hot sauce to the beef mixture.
- For a gluten-free version, use a gluten-free crescent roll dough or substitute with a tortilla crust.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Adding black beans or corn to the beef mixture can add extra texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
