Description
This taco bubble up bake is a delightful and easy weeknight casserole combining seasoned ground beef, biscuit dough, salsa, and melted Mexican cheese. It offers a comforting, bubbly, cheesy dish that encapsulates classic taco flavors in a warm, hearty bake perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tablespoons homemade taco seasoning)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough, cut into quarters
- 1 cup salsa (or enchilada sauce)
- 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained (optional)
- 1 cup frozen corn (optional)
- 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
Toppings
- Sour cream
- Shredded lettuce
- Diced tomatoes
- Jalapeños
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Cook Ground Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, then drain any excess fat.
- Season Beef: Stir in the taco seasoning packet and 1/2 cup water, simmering for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture thickens and flavors meld.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the cooked beef with salsa, black beans, and frozen corn (if using) for a hearty filling.
- Add Biscuit Dough: Add the quartered biscuit dough pieces to the bowl and gently toss to evenly coat the dough with the seasoned beef mixture.
- Assemble Bake: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread out evenly for uniform baking.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded Mexican blend cheese evenly over the top of the mixture.
- Bake: Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes until the biscuit dough is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Let the bake cool slightly before serving, then top with your favorite taco toppings such as sour cream, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, and cilantro.
Notes
- Test the center biscuits with a toothpick to ensure they are fully cooked before removing from the oven.
- Swap out salsa for enchilada sauce if you prefer a saucier casserole.
- Use reduced-fat cheese and lean ground turkey for a lighter version.
- This dish is great for meal prep and reheats well in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Casserole / Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex / American
