Best 7 Taco Chili Pie Recipes

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If you're looking for a hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make meal, look no further than taco chili pie. This classic dish is a fusion of two beloved comfort foods: tacos and chili. It features a layer of seasoned ground beef and beans, topped with a layer of chili and a layer of cheese, all baked together until bubbly and delicious. This recipe is a one-pan wonder, making it easy to clean up. It's also a great way to use up leftover chili or taco meat. In addition to the classic taco chili pie recipe, this article includes several variations, such as a vegetarian chili pie, a chicken chili pie, and a sweet potato chili pie. There's also a recipe for a cornbread crust, if you prefer a crispy crust to your pie. Whether you're a fan of tacos, chili, or both, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that you'll love.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

HEARTY TACO CHILI



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Ranch dressing mix and taco seasoning give extra special flavor to my hearty chili. Folks will come back for seconds. -Julie Neuhalfen, Glenwood, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 6h30m

Yield 10 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds ground beef
1 can (15 ounces) black beans
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans
1 can (14 ounces) hominy
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 small onion, chopped
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
1 envelope taco seasoning
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
Optional toppings: corn chips, sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 8-10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer beef to a 5-qt. slow cooker., Rinse and drain beans and hominy. Add to beef, along with canned tomatoes and green chilies, tomato sauce, onion, the dressing and seasoning mixes and pepper. Puree green chilies and remaining diced tomatoes in a covered blender until smooth; stir into beef mixture., Cook, covered, on low until flavors are blended, 6-8 hours. Serve with toppings as desired., Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 342 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 1368mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

EASY TACO PIE



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Tacos meat and fillings meet packaged crescent rolls for an easy dinner that your whole family will love. Serve with shredded lettuce, salsa, cheese, and sour cream.

Provided by Michelle Blum

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent roll dough
1 (14 ounce) can refried beans
1 cup sour cream
1 cup salsa, drained slightly
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a large deep-dish pie pan with cooking spray.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Break ground beef into small pieces and add to hot skillet; cook and stir until the beef is crumbly and no longer pink, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease. Season drained beef with taco seasoning.
  • Press refrigerated dough into the bottom of the prepared pan. Spread refried beans in an even layer onto the dough. Spread sour cream into a layer atop the refried beans. Sprinkle ground beef evenly over the sour cream; top with salsa and Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly and crust has browned, 25 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 569.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 97.7 mg, Fat 35.1 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 16.8 g, Sodium 1418.2 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

MEXICAN CHILI PIE



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This recipe is one of my husband Dwayne's favorite, especially during cooler weather. The topping is crunchy, and the chili has just enough spice to warm you up inside in even the coldest weather! I add a simple side salad to complete the meal.-Heather Thurmeier, Pense, Saskatchewan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
TOPPING:
3/4 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon each baking soda, salt and sugar
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup buttermilk
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add seasonings and tomatoes. Simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Add green pepper. Spoon 2 cups into an ungreased 2-1/2-qt. shallow baking dish; top with half of the beans. Repeat layers. , For topping, combine dry ingredients in a large bowl. Stir in cheese. Combine buttermilk, egg and oil; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Spread over filling. , Bake at 450° for 15 minutes or until topping is lightly browned and filling is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 723mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

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

TACO PIE



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It's a quick, easy meal that is very filling. Some people will also top it with regular taco toppings, i.e. lettuce, tomatoes, black olives, etc. It also is great as leftovers for lunches! Serve with taco sauce.

Provided by stephanie

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Savory Pie Recipes     Beef Pie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package refrigerated crescent rolls
1 pound ground beef
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
8 ounces shredded Mexican-style cheese blend
1 (14 ounce) bag tortilla chips, crushed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Lay crescent dough flat on the bottom of a square cake pan and bake according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the taco seasoning and stir together well. When dough is done, remove from oven and place meat mixture on top, then layer with sour cream and cheese, and then top off with the crushed nacho chips.
  • Return to oven and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 10 minutes, or until cheese has melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 687.1 calories, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Cholesterol 100.3 mg, Fat 43.4 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 24.4 g, SaturatedFat 20.7 g, Sodium 862.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

TACO PIE



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Provided by Jamie Deen

Categories     cheesy     Family Supper     International     kid friendly

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 pound ground beef
½ cup red enchilada sauce
½ teaspoons Kosher salt
½ teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoons ground chipotle chile pepper
½ teaspoons chili powder
½ teaspoons ground black pepper
1 (16-ounce) can refried beans
1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
8 (10-inch) flour tortillas
2 cups shredded cheddar-jack cheese, divided
pico de gallo, for serving
sour cream, for serving
avocado, for serving
radishes, for serving
fresh cilantro, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F.
  • In a 10-inch ovenproof skillet, cook beef over medium heat until browned and crumbly; drain. Transfer to a large bowl; stir in enchilada sauce, salt, cumin, chipotle chile pepper, chili powder, and black pepper. Wipe skillet clean.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together refried beans and green chiles.
  • Cut 3 tortillas in half. Line sides of skillet with halved tortillas, rounded edges up. Place 1 tortilla in bottom of skillet. Spoon half of beef mixture onto tortilla, and sprinkle with ½ cup of cheese. Top with another tortilla, and spread half of bean mixture on top. Repeat layers once with a tortilla between each layer. Top with remaining tortilla, and sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese.
  • Bake until hot and bubbly, about 20 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes. Serve with pico de gallo, sour cream, avocado, radish, and cilantro.

CORNBREAD TACO BAKE



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The cornbread and beef bake together in one casserole dish, making this entree convenient. This Mexican cornbread casserole is packed with tempting seasonings, and the cheese and onions make an attractive topping. -Vicki Good, Oscoda, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 package (8-1/2 ounces) cornbread/muffin mix
1 can (2.8 ounces) french-fried onions, divided
1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the corn, tomato sauce, water, green pepper and taco seasoning. Spoon into a greased 2-qt. baking dish., Prepare cornbread mix according to package directions for cornbread. Stir in half of the onions. Spread over beef mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20 minutes. , Sprinkle with cheese and remaining onions. Bake until cheese is melted and a toothpick inserted into cornbread layer comes out clean, 3-5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 calories, Fat 26g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 95mg cholesterol, Sodium 1491mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Tips:

  • To make the taco chili pie ahead of time, prepare the recipe as directed up to the point of baking. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and bake the pie for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  • For a spicier taco chili pie, add 1 teaspoon of chili powder or cayenne pepper to the chili mixture.
  • To make the taco chili pie vegetarian, omit the ground beef and add an extra can of black beans or kidney beans.
  • To make the taco chili pie gluten-free, use a gluten-free cornbread mix or a gluten-free flour tortilla.
  • Serve the taco chili pie with your favorite taco toppings, such as shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, and guacamole.

Conclusion:

Taco chili pie is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. With its combination of chili, cornbread, and cheese, taco chili pie is a classic comfort food that is sure to become a family favorite.

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