Quick Taco Bake Recipe

This easy taco bake recipe, inspired by a magazine favorite, is a weeknight dinner winner! A flavorful blend of seasoned ground beef, corn, and zesty taco seasoning, topped with melted cheese, all baked to bubbly perfection in under an hour. Serve with your favorite toppings for a customizable family meal.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 312.6 kcal

Protein 33g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Quick Taco Bake

1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning mix
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Bisquick Baking Mix (not found in recipe)
1/2 cup milk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
sour cream
chopped tomatoes
extra shredded cheese

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How to Make Quick Taco Bake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Brown 1 lb ground beef and 1 medium onion (chopped) in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
Transfer the beef mixture to an ungreased 13x9x2 inch baking dish.
Stir in 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning, 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce, 1 (15 oz) can corn (drained), and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup milk, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the beef mixture in the baking dish.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
Let cool slightly before serving. Top with sour cream, chopped tomatoes, and extra shredded cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

20g

Fat

38g

Carbs

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Main Dish Beef Dietary One Dish Meal Ground Beef Meat

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Quick Taco Bake?

Quick Taco Bake takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Quick Taco Bake?

Quick Taco Bake has approximately 312.6 calories per serving, with about 33 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 26 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Quick Taco Bake?

The key ingredients for Quick Taco Bake are Ground Beef, Onion, Taco Seasoning Mix, Tomato Sauce, Whole Kernel Corn, Cheddar Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.