Easy Taco Pie Recipe

ByAlicia UpdatedJuly 16, 2026

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My Taco Pie is the easiest way to get all your favorite taco flavors on the table in one dish. No shells, no mess, just slice and serve. I make this on busy weeknights when everyone’s hungry and I need dinner done fast, and my family never leaves leftovers.

A slice of taco casserole with ground beef, melted cheese, and diced tomatoes—reminiscent of a classic taco pie—is being lifted from a round baking dish.

My Taco Pie Recipe

For years, Taco Tuesday was a standing tradition in our house, and my kids looked forward to it every single week. But after a while I wanted to change things up, and that’s how this Taco Pie was born. Same flavors they love, just served in a totally different way.

My kids love that they can pile on their own toppings, and my husband has officially declared it better than regular tacos. It’s hearty enough to feed a crowd, which makes it a go-to for potlucks and busy weeknights alike.

For more easy Mexican-inspired dinners, check out my taco spaghetti, slow cooker chicken tacos, taco bake with crescent rolls, and my homemade taco seasoning mix.

Why My Easy Taco Pie Recipe is the Best

Special occasion or easy weeknight meal – this tasty meal is a great choice for a Cinco de Mayo or Mexican-themed party, or a fun variation on taco Tuesday.
Easy pie crust hack – Bisquick is the secret ingredient that makes this pie super easy and delicious. There’s no need to mess with (or make your own) pie crust.
Crowd-pleaser – this kid-friendly treat will be as popular with the little ones as it is with the adults.

Ingredients for My Easy Taco Pie

Nine ingredients for a taco pie recipe are arranged on a white surface, including ground beef, milk, eggs, shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, chopped onions, relish, a powder mix, and flour.

Below is a list of the ingredients you’ll need to make this recipe. Scroll down to the full recipe card for the specific amounts.

Lean ground beef
Onion, chopped
Taco seasoning
Green chilies, drained
Milk
Bisquick
Eggs
Monterey jack cheese, shredded
Medium tomato, diced

Substitutions or Variation

For a leaner version – you can substitute ground turkey for the beef.
If you like a little extra kick – pour some spicy jarred salsa or taco sauce in with the beef after it is browned and continue to heat on medium heat for a few minutes before stirring in the taco seasoning.
If you don’t have a pie plate – you can use a regular baking dish and turn this into a taco casserole.

How to Make My Impossibly Easy Taco Pie Recipe

A frying pan with raw ground beef and chopped onions for Taco Recipe, surrounded by bowls of flour, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, eggs, and a measuring cup of milk.

Ground beef for Taco Pie is browned in a black skillet with a wooden spoon, surrounded by eggs, diced tomatoes, added with taco seasoning, flour, and a measuring cup of liquid on a white countertop.

Preheat the oven to 400° F and spray a 10-inch pie plate with non-stick cooking spray.
Cook beef with the chopped onion in a medium frying pan until browned and fully cooked. Stir in the taco seasoning.
Spread the taco meat in an even layer in the bottom of the pie dish and top with the green chiles.

A mixing bowl with Bisquick and liquid being whisked, surrounded by bowls of shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, and cooked ground meat with chopped peppers. This is one of the steps in preparing Taco Pie Recipe

A white pie dish filled with an Bisquick, eggs, and milk mixture topped with chopped green chilies, next to small bowls of diced tomatoes and shredded cheese on a white surface. This is for Taco Pie recipe.

Stir together the Bisquick, eggs, and milk in a small mixing bowl.
Pour the Bisquick mixture over the beef and chiles.
Bake for 25 minutes, until golden brown on top.

A baked casserole Taco Pie with a golden top, surrounded by small bowls of shredded cheese and diced tomatoes on a white surface.

A round baking dish of Taco Pie, filled with an unbaked casserole topped with shredded cheese and chopped tomatoes, on a marble countertop.

Top the pie with tomatoes and sprinkle with cheese, then bake for another 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Serve with a dollop of sour cream and salsa on top of the cheese, and garnish with shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes.

Freshly-baked Taco Pie recipe topped with melted cheese and diced tomatoes, surrounded by bowls of salsa, sour cream, fresh cilantro, a tomato, and a blue napkin on a white surface.

Top your pie like a taco – lettuce, black olives, green onions, pico de gallo, fresh cilantro, or any veggies will taste great on this pie.
Cool before serving – let the pie cool on the counter for 5-10 minutes before topping and serving. This will allow it to firm up a bit so it holds its shape and allows you to cut neater slices.

Taco Pie FAQs

What Should I Serve with Taco Pie?

Although this dish is already a complete meal, there are plenty of delicious options for sides. Some of our favorite choices are corn tortillas, flour tortillas, Mexican street corn, refried beans, or a green salad.

Storage Instructions

Refrigerate – Store your leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. They should keep for up to 3 days.
Freeze – Place your leftovers in a Ziploc or freezer bag and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

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Alicia

Alicia is the creator of Balancing Motherhood, where she shares easy, family-friendly recipes designed for busy home cooks. With over 1,000 original recipes and a background in journalism and photography she ensures every dish is simple, approachable, and delicious. She’s built a community of 800,000+ followers who trust her for stress-free, reliable meal ideas.