Easy taco lasagna is made with taco seasoned ground beef, beans and shredded cheese layered with tortillas and baked for the ultimate, crowd pleasing dinner.

Easy Taco Lasagna

From the recipe collection of Tara Ippolito

This easy taco lasagna is such a fun twist on traditional lasagna and tacos. It truly is a family favorite at my house.

The ingredients are so simple that I usually have most of them on hand. So, I wind up making this often, especially on busy weeknights.

It's such an easy recipe to put together and It's also one of those rare ones that we can all enjoy together.

With two little boys and a picky husband, recipes like this one that we all love are lifesavers for me.

It makes perfect sense, though if you think about it. Tacos and lasagna are both two of the most delicious food items.

Whoever had the wonderful idea to put these two recipes together is truly a hero in my eyes. It's nothing short of genius.

.I also love that you can add whatever toppings you'd like. It's great for when you're feeding a crowd because everyones portion can be customizable.

This is a meal that everyone will enjoy and sure to make it onto your dinner recipe rotation.

I hope. you give this recipe a try. If you do, I know you'll love it just as much as my family and I do.

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Taco Lasagna Variations

I like this recipe made just as it is, but here are some ways to change it up if you'd like to.

• Meat- ground turkey or chicken would work here
• Cheese-Any kind of shredded cheese, or shredded cheese blend would be ok to use here. Just be sure to shred the cheese yourself because its going to melt way better that way.
• Beans- Black or kidney beans would both be great choices for this recipe.
• Spicy- To add a little heat to this recipe, try using Hot & Spicy taco seasoning packets or a spicier cheese like pepper jack.

Other Easy Tex Mex Dinner Ideas

• White Chicken Enchiladas
• Fried Chicken Tacos
• Taco Mac and Cheese
• Tamale Pie

Easy Taco Lasagna Ingredients

• Flour tortillas
• Ground beef
• Taco seasoning packets
• Black Beans, rinsed & drained
• Cheddar Cheese, hand shredded
• .Toppings- Shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes and sour cream (optional)

Instructions:

First, make the ground beef according to the directions on the back of the taco seasoning packet but use two packets for one and a half pounds of ground beef.

Now, spray a 9” x 13” baking dish with cooking spray and put down a single layer of tortillas. If you're using small instead of medium sized tortillas, you can rip one in half to fill in the gaps.

Next add half of the beans and spread it evenly over the tortillas.

Then, add half of the seasoned ground beef.

Then, top that with about half of the shredded cheese.

After that, do another layer of tortillas, seasoned beef, beans and cheese.

Finish the top and final layer with tortillas and the rest of the shredded cheese.

Place it in the oven for about 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Finally let it cool slightly before slicing and serving. Add whatever toppings you’d like and enjoy!

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Easy Taco Lasagna

Packed with taco-seasoned ground beef, hearty beans, gooey shredded cheese, and layers of tortillas, this easy taco lasagna recipe offers a delicious twist on traditional lasagna.

5 from 2 votes

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Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Mexican

Ingredients

  

• 6-8 medium flour tortilla
• 2 packets taco seasoning
• 1.5 lbs ground beef
• 3 c cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 15oz can kidney or black beans, rinsed and drained

Instructions

 

• Make the ground beef according to the directions on the taco seasoning packet. Use the whole 2 packets on the 1.5lb of beef.
• Spray the 9 x 13 inch baking dish with cooking spray and lay down to tortillas to cove the bottom.
• Add half of the ground beef and spread it evenly over the tortillas
• Add a single layer of beans and about 1 cup of cheese.
• Add two tortillas to cover the cheese and repeat the beef, beans and cheese layers until you end with tortillas at the top.
• Add the rest of the shredded cheese and bake at 375 degrees for 25 minutes or until the cheese is melted
• Let it cool slightly, slice and serve with your favorite toppings.

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This easy tamale pie is made with taco seasoned ground beef, enchilada sauce and shredded cheese baked on top of a corn bread crust.

From the recipe collection of Tara Ippolito

This easy tamale pie recipe has been with me since the very beginning. It's one of the very first things that I shared online and it took off like crazy. I've been make this for years and every time that I post it, the comments remind me of just how many people have grown to love this, too. Its one of my personal favorites! The flavors just come together and compliment each other so well. I truly can get enough of this one.

This recipe is simple, comforting and ridiculously delicious. It hits every craving all at once with the slightly sweet cornbread,crich Tex-Mex beef and ooey, gooey cheese. Every bite has just the right amount of flavor and texture. Personally, I love to top this with a nice big scoop of sour cream. I truly can get enough of this! I hope you give it a try because I know you'll love it, too!

Instructions

Heres the steps you'll need to take to make this. You can get the full ingredients list along with instructions in the recipe card below.

Preheat the oven to 400°

First, add the Jiffy corn muffin mix, egg, sour cream and creamed corn in a medium sized bowl and stir to combined. Add the mixture to a greased cast iron skillet and smooth it out so that its flat and even. Place it into the center rack of the oven for 20 minutes.

Note: If you don't have a cast iron skillet, you can make this in a 9 x 13" baking dish.

In a large skillet over medium high heat, heat the olive oil and add the bell pepper and onion. Lightly season with salt and pepper and saute for 5 minutes or until the vegetables are soft. Add the ground beef and cook it according to the directions on the back of the taco seasoning packets. (2 packets for the 2 pounds of beef).

Pro Tip: Be sure to drain the beef really well to avoid getting the corn bread too soggy.

Once the corn bread is done, poke holes all over the surface of the using a fork. Evenly pour the enchilada sauce and ground beef mixture on top. Top it with the shredde cheeses and bake it, covered, in the center rack of the oven for 20 minutes.

Note: If you like a more golden, slightly crispier cheese, bake it uncovered.

Pro Tip: shred the cheese yourself and avoid the pre shredded stuff that comes in a bag. It will melt much better that way.

Let it rest for 5-10 minutes, add toppings and enjoy!

Pro Tip: Let the dish rest to let it firm up and settle so it holds its shape when being served.

What Can I Serve This With?

This recipe really is a meal in itself. So, you can keep the sides simple. A nice, big side salad would do the trick and cut the richness of the meal perfectly.

Can I Put The Corn Muffin Mix On Top Instead Of On The Bottom?

Yes, absolutely! Many recipes make the meat mixture first then spread the corn muffin mix on top and bake until golden. This creates more of a crust. Putting the corn muffin mix on the bottom give the dish more structure and creates sturdier portions.

Can I Make This Spicy?

Yes, you absolutely can make this dish spicy. Use a Hot and Spicy Taco seasoning packet, add a can of green chilis and use shredded pepper jack cheese.

What Toppings Are Best For This?

Toppings are totally customizable. So, feel free to choose your favorite. Anything from diced tomatoes, sour cream, cilantro, diced red onion, jalapeños or anything you can think of.

Storage

Let the tamale pie cool completely and place it into an air tight storage container. It will last in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. This recipe freezes well, too. Just place it into a freezer safe air tight container and will last in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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Easy Tamale Pie Recipe

This easy tamale pie is made with taco seasoned ground beef, enchilada sauce and shredded cheese baked on the top of a corn bread crust.

5 from 2 votes

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 40 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Mexican

Equipment

• 12" cast iron skillet

Ingredients

  

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• 8.5 Oz Box Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
• 1 Large Egg
• ½ Cup Sour Cream
• 14.7 Oz Can Creamed Corn
• 2 Lbs Ground Beef
• 2 (1 Oz) packets Taco Seasoning
• 1 Onion, chopped
• 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped
• 2 Tbs Oive Oil
• ¾ Cup Enchilada Sauce
• 1 Cup Cheddar Cheese, hand shredded
• 1 Cup Monterey Jack Cheese, hand shredded
• Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 400°
• Add the Jiffy corn muffin mix, egg, sour cream and creamed corn in a medium sized bowl and stir to combined.
• Add the mixture to a greased cast iron skillet and smooth it out so that its flat and even. Place it into the center rack of the oven for 20 minutes.
• In the meantime, in a large skillet over medium high heat, heat the olive oil and add the bell pepper and onion. Lightly season with salt and pepper and saute for about 5 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.
• Add the ground beef and cook it according to the directions on the back of the taco seasoning packets. (2 packets for the 2 pounds of beef)
• Once the corn bread is done, poke holes all over the surface of the corn bread using a fork. Evenly pour the enchilada sauce on top.
• Add the ground beef mixture evenly on top of the corn bread and enchilada sauce. Top it with the shredded cheddar and Monterey jack cheeses and bake it, covered for 20 minutes.
• Let it rest for 5-10 minutes, add whatever toppings you’d like and enjoy!

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Other Easy Tex Mex Recipes

If you like super easy to make Tex Mex recipes like this one, you have to try these White Chicken Enchiladas, Street Corn Enchiladas and Taco Mac And Cheese.