Best 5 Easy Taco Pot Pie Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with our tantalizing Taco Pot Pie, a harmonious blend of Mexican flavors and classic comfort food. This delectable dish features a flavorful filling of seasoned ground beef, zesty taco seasoning, corn, black beans, and diced green chilies, all enveloped in a creamy and rich sauce. Topped with a golden-brown, flaky crust, each bite offers a symphony of textures and tastes.

This recipe is a versatile culinary creation that combines the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with the comforting warmth of a classic pot pie. It's a perfect meal for busy weeknights, potlucks, or casual gatherings, offering a hearty and satisfying dish that's sure to please everyone at the table.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you step-by-step through the process of crafting this delicious Taco Pot Pie, ensuring that every bite is packed with flavor and satisfaction. We'll also provide a vegetarian variation for those who prefer a meatless option, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this culinary delight. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

IMPOSSIBLY EASY TACO PIE



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It's no surprise as to why this impossibly easy taco pie has over 700 positive reviews from your fellow home cooks. With 15 minutes of prep and a handful of ingredients, it's the easiest way to turn a pound of ground beef into a five-star supper. Once the cheese bubbles and bakes, this pie is a blank canvas for all your favorite taco toppings. Shredded lettuce, juicy tomatoes, sliced avocados and sour cream are just jumping-off points, feel free to get creative-this pie knows no limits!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 package (1 ounce) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
1 can (4.5 ounces) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, drained
1 cup milk
2 eggs
1/2 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese (3 ounces)
Old El Paso™ salsa (any variety)
Sour cream, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Grease 9-inch pie plate. Cook ground beef and onion in 10-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain. Stir in seasoning mix (dry). Spoon into pie plate; top with chilies.
  • Stir milk, eggs and Bisquick mix until blended. Pour into pie plate.
  • Bake about 25 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 8 to 10 minutes longer. Cool 5 minutes. Serve with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 130 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 630 mg

SOUTHWESTERN TACO POT PIE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound lean ground beef
1 (1.25-ounce) package Taco Seasoning Mix
1/3 cup water
1 tablespoon oil
1 (1-pound) package frozen green, red and yellow peppers and onions*
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 (11-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup salsa
1 (15-ounce) package refrigerated pie crusts, softened as directed on package
8 ounces (2 cups) shredded cheese recommended: Colby/Monterey blend or Mexican blend
Sour cream
Taco Sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Brown ground beef in large skillet over medium-high heat for 8 to 10 minutes or until thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently. Drain. Add taco seasoning mix and water; mix until ground beef is well coated.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in large saucepan over medium high heat until hot. Add peppers and onions; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and drain excess liquid. Add garlic and onion powders, salt, pepper, corn, and salsa, stir well and set aside.
  • Prepare pie crusts as directed on package for 2-crust pie using 9-inch glass or metal pie pan.
  • Combine salsa and corn mixture with ground beef; mix well. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of cheese evenly in bottom of crust-lined pan. Spread 1/2 of beef mixture evenly in pan over cheese, pat down. Sprinkle 3/4 cup cheese in pan and spread evenly with remaining beef mixture, pat down, top with remaining 3/4 cup cheese. Top with second crust and flute; slit in several places.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until crust is golden brown. Cover edge of crust with strips of foil or a pie crust shield after 15 minutes of baking. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Store in refrigerator.
  • Garnish with a dollop of sour cream and a drizzle of taco sauce. Also recommended: guacamole, salsa, and diced green chiles.

TACO PIE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
8 corn tortillas, halved
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
Pinch of cayenne pepper
3/4 pound ground pork
Kosher salt
1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
2 4.25-ounce cans chopped green chiles
1 cup frozen corn
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup shredded mozzarella (preferably reduced sodium)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tortillas and cook, flipping a few times, until golden, about 3 minutes. Remove with tongs and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Add the onion to the skillet and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cayenne and cook 30 seconds. Add the pork and 1/4 teaspoon salt and cook, breaking up the meat, until browned, about 4 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, chiles and corn. Bring to a simmer and cook until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Season with salt. Remove from the heat and stir in the cilantro. Arrange half of the tortillas in the bottom of a 9-to-10-inch pie plate. Top with half of the meat mixture, then half of the cheese. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, meat and cheese. Cover loosely with foil and bake until the cheese melts, about 10 minutes.

EASY TACO POT PIE



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Pass the sour cream, shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes for all the great tastes of a taco in an easy one-skillet pot pie.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 cups Old El Paso™ taco sauce
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (4 ounces)
1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1/2 cup milk
1 egg

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Cook beef and onion in ovenproof 10-inch skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain. Stir in taco sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Stir remaining ingredients until blended. Pour over beef mixture.
  • Bake about 30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 78 mg

EASY TACO PIE



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This is a great recipe to serve for a casual meal! Everybody likes the Mexican-style dish, and it is so easy to prepare.-Betty Reuter, Hales Corners, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
1 package taco seasoning
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup pimiento-stuffed olives, sliced
1 tube (8 ounces) refrigerated crescent rolls
1-1/2 cups corn chips, crushed, divided
1 cup sour cream
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded lettuce
2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • In a skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the taco seasoning, water and olives. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes., Separate crescent dough into eight triangles and place in a 9-in. deep-dish pie plate with points toward the center. Press onto the bottom and up the sides of pan to form crust; seal perforations. Sprinkle half the corn chips over crust. Spoon beef mixture over chips. Spread sour cream over beef. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese; top with remaining chips., Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Serve topped with lettuce and tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 549 calories, Fat 31g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 1321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables to add flavor and texture to your pot pie. Some good options include corn, black beans, bell peppers, and onions.
  • To make your pot pie even more flavorful, use a combination of ground beef and ground sausage.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and seasonings. A little bit of chili powder, cumin, or garlic powder can go a long way.
  • If you don't have any refrigerated crescent roll dough on hand, you can use a package of refrigerated pie crusts.
  • Be sure to let the pot pie cool for at least 15 minutes before serving. This will help the filling to set and prevent it from being too runny.

Conclusion:

This easy taco pot pie is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover taco meat. The combination of ground beef, vegetables, and cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this taco pot pie a try. You won't be disappointed!

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