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Taco Pizza Casserole: A Delightful Twist on Dinner!


  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Taco Pizza Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of tacos and pizza in a hearty casserole form.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 can (8 oz) pizza sauce
  • 1 package (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 cup sliced black olives
  • 1 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add taco seasoning, black beans, diced tomatoes, and pizza sauce to the skillet. Stir to combine and heat through.
  4. In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, unroll the crescent roll dough and press it into the bottom to form a crust.
  5. Spread the beef mixture evenly over the crescent roll crust.
  6. Top with shredded cheese, black olives, green onions, and bell peppers.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize toppings based on your preferences.
  • This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
  • For a spicier version, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the beef mixture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Taco Pizza Casserole, Taco Casserole, Pizza Casserole, Easy Dinner Recipe