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It’s no secret that we are slightly obsessed with all things tacos – so why NOT turn it into a casserole?
We basically turned a taco (or taco salad) into a casserole that preps in minutes and feeds a crowd – win-win!
Instead of tortilla chips, we used a biscuit base (still just as tasty but a bit heartier and easier to scoop). We layered that with taco meat (ground beef seasoned with taco seasoning) and added our favorite toppings for one tasty bite!
You can add all the ingredients you love, but we usually add sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and olives! Try topping it off with a delicious Taco Salad Dressing!
Casseroles are the ultimate solution for weeknight dinners and potlucks! This taco casserole recipe is one of the more unique casseroles, but everyone loves it!
Why we think you’ll love it:
- Some favorite flavors. This recipe is kind of like a Taco Salad or Navajo Tacos but in casserole form!
- Preps in 5 minutes! Cook up your ground beef and layer. This is one easy dinner, perfect for busy nights or any night!
- Enough to feed the family. It’s hearty and filling and makes around 8 servings so there’s plenty for everyone! Add a couple of sides (like Spanish Rice and Refried Beans) to make it go even further.
Taco Casserole Ingredients and Substitutions
- 2 pounds ground beef – or ground chicken or ground turkey
- 2 (1-ounce) packets taco seasoning – store-bought or 2 tablespoons of homemade Taco Seasoning
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cups milk
- 1¼ cups biscuit/baking mix
- dash black pepper
- ½ cup sour cream – or Mexican crema
- 2 cups chopped lettuce
- ¾-1 cup chopped tomato
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese – or Colby Jack cheese
- olives
- optional mix-ins – corn kernels, onions, jalapenos
- more toppings – fresh cilantro, diced avocado, Pico de Gallo, and Guacamole
How to Make Taco Casserole
- GROUND BEEF. Cook 2 pounds of ground beef over medium heat, drain, and add 2 packets of Taco Seasoning. Spread the meat on the bottom of a 9×13 pan or baking dish.
- BISCUIT LAYER. Beat eggs, milk, biscuit mix, and a dash of black pepper until well combined, and pour over ground beef mixture.
- BAKE. Bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Let it cool for a few minutes and spread on sour cream. Top with your desired toppings. Add chopped lettuce, chopped tomato, cheese, and black olives.
Kristyn’s Recipe Tips
- Fully brown the ground beef and drain the excess oil.
- Spread the batter evenly over the ground beef mixture to ensure even cooking.
- Add extra spice with red pepper flakes or chili powder.
Taco Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 (1-ounce) packets taco seasoning
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup milk
- 1¼ cups biscuit / baking mix
- dash black pepper
- ½ cup sour cream
- 2 cups chopped lettuce
- ¾-1 cup chopped tomato
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- olives
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Cook beef over medium heat in a large skillet until no longer pink. Drain meat, add taco seasoning, and prepare according to package directions.
- Add meat to a greased 9×13 baking dish and set aside.
- Beat eggs and milk in a large bowl. Stir in one and a quarter cup biscuit mix and pepper, and mix until combined well. Pour over meat and bake until golden brown (about 20-25 minutes).
- Let cool for a few minutes and then spread on sour cream.
- Top with lettuce, tomato, cheese, and olives. Serve warm and ENJOY!
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Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Recipe FAQ
Assemble the casserole, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Let the casserole sit on the counter while the oven preheats and bake.
To freeze, fully bake and cool. Cover the casserole with plastic and again with foil. Freeze for up to 3 months.
Thaw and bake uncovered in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or until warm. Add toppings and serve.
Remove toppings, place leftovers in a container, and store toppings in a separate airtight container(s). Refrigerate for about 3 days or freeze for 2-3 months. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
Complete The Meal
Sides
Homemade Spanish Rice Recipe
45 mins
Mexican Bean Salad
1 hr 10 mins
Mexican Corn on the Cob
14 mins
Refried Black Beans
15 mins
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This recipe was originally published August 2017.
I rated this without trying it-YET. I grew up on casseroles and love them! I am all about a one-dish meal!
There are just 2 of us now–empty nesters 😉 So, this will be a good one to have in my rotation–leftovers or to make when feeding my kids and grandkids! YUM!
I made this for my Grand Daughter’s birthday who is a picky eater does not like anything made with hamburger. She didn’t want to even try it but i finally convinced her to take a taste and she loved it. Now she has requested that i make it for her every year for her birthday. The only thing i did differently was i made a cornbread topping and added cheddar cheese to it and then baked it. Once i then topped it with the other toppings.
This is such an easy dish for brunch. It’s also a great dish for potluck. My family loves this dish as well as co-workers, who ask for it whenever we have potlucks for special occasions.
I added crushed nacho cheese doritos and sliced green onions.
This is quick, easy, and delicious.
We love and enjoy this casserole ‼️
My husband and I love the leftovers if there are any.
Looks delicious! Can’t wait to try it!
Taco Casserole was delicious and easy to make. Would recommend to my friends and family.
What can I saw tacos are my thang! I don’t care if they are breakfast, vegetarian, any kind of protein I’m here for tacos! Taco casserole YES! I’m here for it ha-ha. I loved the idea of using bisquick. Great recipe and love that it feeds a lot. I do the food for my husband’s game night and casseroles are a great way to feed the crowd and this taco one is a fun one to make!
It’s like a deconstructed taco that’s easy to make ahead of time and have ready to pop in the oven. What’s not to love?
This is so easy to make and tastes great. I’ve made it several times and we love it. I always cut up extra lettuce, tomatoes, and olives so we can add a much as desired.
I made this but I changed it, I put parchment paper down on the pan. I layered it with re-fried bean layer then the beef on top with a layer of sharp cheddar cheese. Baked it a 250°F. for 20 minutes. Then I took it out by the parchment and put it on a sheet. I relined the pan with Doritos’s then flipped the parchment over with the cheddar layer on the chips. Then topped with sour cream, lettuce, tomato and black olives as suggested. Next time I will make the chips a little larger.