Tacos are a beloved savory treat from Mexico that are now found and loved all over the world. All kinds of taco fillings are possible, anything from chicken or beef to cheese, vegetables, beans, and all types of combinations. If you’ve traveled to Mexico, you’re sure to have tried delicious tacos and, if not, you probably still have!
Making your own tacos is very easy and you will typically use taco shells (either the pliable corn or flour ones, or the U-shaped crispy ones which aren’t authentic but are still tasty).
However, this recipe is different because instead of tortillas or taco shells we are using Pillsbury crescent roll dough as a shortcut, plus all the filling goes into the crust rather than being divided up between separate tortillas or taco shells. This is a delicious twist on the recipe. If you love south of the border flavors your taste buds will be in heaven!
Why You’ll Love the Recipe:
This taco bake is a deliciously different alternative to regular tacos. Rather than tortillas or taco shells, canned crescent roll dough is used to hold the taco filling. This is a great dish if you have company coming over, but don’t forget the napkins. It can be a little messy to eat!
How to Serve It:
Cut it into slices and serve like a pie. Tasty side dish ideas include corn on the cob or garlic mushrooms.
Can You Make It Ahead?
The dough will get soggy after a while so this is best baked as soon as it’s assembled.
Storage Instructions:
Leftovers will keep for up to 3 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Variations and Substitutions:
You can add drained canned beans to the taco mixture or sliced black olives or minced chili peppers. It’s good served with avocado slices or guacamole.
Ingredients:
- Pillsbury crescent roll dough
- Taco seasoning
- Ground beef
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Tomatoes
- Iceberg lettuce
- Chopped green onions and sour cream, to serve
How to make Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake:
Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2. Cook the ground beef in a skillet on the stove until completely browned, draining off the excess grease.
Step 3. Stir in the taco seasoning.
Step 4. Unroll the dough and layer it in a 9-inch square baking dish.
Step 5. It’s fine if you don’t use it all.
Step 6. Add the beef on top of the dough and top with the cheese.
Step 7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the crescent roll dough is golden brown and cooked through.
Step 8. Cool for 10 minutes and then top with the tomatoes and lettuce.
Step 9. Serve with sour cream and chopped green onions.
This delicious take on tacos is sure to become a family favorite. It’s super-easy to make and ideal for weeknight dinners, parties or even special occasions. You are going to love it.
Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake
This delicious take on tacos is sure to become a family favorite. It’s super-easy to make and ideal for weeknight dinners, parties or even special occasions. You are going to love it.
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
- 2 cans Pillsbury crescent roll dough
- 1 package taco seasoning
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
- 1 handful shredded iceberg lettuce
- Chopped green onions and sour cream, to serve
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet on the stove until completely browned, draining off the excess grease.
- Stir in the taco seasoning.
- Unroll the dough and layer it in a 9-inch square baking dish.
- It’s fine if you don’t use it all.
- Add the beef on top of the dough and top with the cheese.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the crescent roll dough is golden brown and cooked through.
- Cool for 10 minutes and then top with the tomatoes and lettuce.
- Serve with sour cream and chopped green onions.
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
Marie Rayner is a retired Chef, freelance writer, recipe developer, food blogger, and Cookbook author. She makes her home in Chester, UK, where she lives with her husband, Todd, and their much beloved English Cocker, Mitzie. Her motto is “Life is far too short to eat bad food,” and her goal is to share delicious and easy recipes which anyone can enjoy and cook in the comfort of their own home.
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