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    Taco Lasagna

    ↓ Jump to Recipe · By: Julia Foerster · Posted: 10/31/19 · Updated: 10/31/19 · This post may contain affiliate links

    Taco Lasagna

    Taco Lasagna is the perfect crowd-pleasing casserole made with tortillas, taco meat, salsa, and cheese! Top it with guacamole and sour cream for a delicious Mexican dinner that everyone will love.

    We love easy Mexican-inspired Recipes like our Mexican Beans and Rice and our reader favorite, Instant Pot Chicken Chili so this recipe is a winner because it feeds a crowd and is easy to make!

    Taco Lasagna in a glass baking dish topped with sour cream

    Taco Lasagna

    This delicious Taco Lasagna is the perfect weeknight meal that everyone will love! Ground Beef and Beans are layered with cheese, sour cream, salsa, and tortillas making this twist on a lasagna the perfect dinner for a crowd served with guacamole, chopped tomatoes, and lettuce.

    If you like enchiladas you will love this Taco Lasagna, it’s like layered enchiladas but even better! Some recipes use pasta instead of tortillas but I love the texture of the tortillas in this dish and they go so well with all the other Mexican flavors.

    You could even double this recipe and freeze one casserole in an aluminum dish to bake up when time is short – perfect for busy weeknights! The other great thing about this recipe is that you offer lots of fun toppings like jalapenos, chopped tomatoes, and guacamole so everyone can customize their dinner. My husband loves it spicy so he always adds lot of hot sauce!

    Why This Recipe Works

    The Taco Lasagna recipe that I’m sharing today is by far the best because it has a balanced ratio of meat and beans and is super easy to whip up by using a glass of salsa and small tortillas that are cut in half so the baking dish is perfectly lined. I prefer to use flour tortillas but you could also use corn tortillas or large flour tortillas and use a pair of kitchen scissors to make them fit!

    More easy Mexican Inspired Recipes:

    • Air Fryer Churros
    • Slow Cooker Carnitas
    • Hot Corn Dip
    A piece of Taco Lasagna with guacamole and sour cream

    How to make Taco Lasagna

    1. Preheat oven to 375 F (190 C) and grease the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
    2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned and completely cooked through, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Transfer beef to a bowl and set aside. Discard the remaining grease.
    3. In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
    4. Add cooked ground beef, taco seasoning, green chiles, and beans. Pour in ¾ cup of water and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Remove pan from heat.
    5. Use 3 tacos cut in half and 1 whole taco to line the baking dish. Spread 1/3 of the salsa on top and then 1/2 of the meat mixture. Drop 1/2 of the sour cream over the meat and spread out with a spatula. Top with 1 cup of cheese. Repeat layers. Top with 4 tortillas, remaining salsa, and cheese.
    6. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
    How to make Beef filling for Taco Lasagna Collage

    How to Make Taco Seasoning

    The instructions call for Taco seasoning but don’t worry if you don’t have any on hand. To make homemade taco seasoning you only need a few spices that you have in your pantry!

    DIY Taco Seasoning

    • 1 Tbsp chili powder
    • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
    • 1/4 tsp onion powder
    • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
    • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
    • 1/2 tsp paprika
    • 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1 tsp ground black pepper

    Combine in a small bowl and use it as a substitute for the taco seasoning the recipe calls for. Because it’s freshly made the homemade seasoning is more flavorful so you can use less.

    How to layer Taco Lasagna

    1. Use 3 tacos cut in half and 1 whole taco to line the baking dish.
    2. 1/3 of the Salsa
    3. 1/2 of the beef and bean mixture
    4. 1/2 of the sour cream
    5. 1/3 of the shredded cheese
    6. Top with Tortillas.
    How to assemble Taco Lasagna Collage

    More easy Dinner Recipes:

    • General Tso’s Chicken
    • Mushroom Chicken Pasta
    • Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
    • Baked Chicken Legs with Potatoes

    How long is Taco Lasagna good?

    Serving: Serve the taco lasagna garnished with lettuce, chopped fresh tomatoes, jalapenos, or your favorite taco toppings and with sour cream and guacamole on the side
    Storing: Store leftovers covered in the fridge for 2-3 days.
    Reheating: Reheat leftovers in the microwave. This dish also tastes great cold.
    Freezing: You can freeze the unbaked assembled lasagna in an aluminum baking dish and bake it from frozen. Perfect for busy weeknights!

    Taco Lasagna in a glass baking dish topped with sour cream
    Servings: 8

    Taco Lasagna

    Taco Lasagna is the perfect crowd-pleasing casserole made with tortillas, taco meat, salsa, and cheese!
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 45 minutes
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Calories: 436kcal
    Author: Julia Foerster
    5 from 18 votes
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    Ingredients

    • 1 pound lean ground beef
    • 1 Tbsp olive oil
    • 1 medium red onion, chopped
    • 2 clove garlic, minced
    • 1/4 cup taco seasoning
    • 1/2 cup water, more as needed
    • 1 can green chiles, (optional)
    • 1 can black beans, drained
    • 12 flour tortillas, 6-inch
    • 24 ounces salsa
    • 1 cup sour cream
    • 3 cup shredded Mexican Cheese Blend
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 375 F (190 C) and grease the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
    • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned and completely cooked through, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Transfer beef to a bowl and set aside. Discard the remaining grease.
    • In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
    • Add cooked ground beef, taco seasoning, green chiles, and beans. Pour in 1/2 cup of water and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Add 1-2 Tbsp more water if needed. Remove pan from heat.
    • Use 3 tacos cut in half and 1 whole taco to line the baking dish (see picture above). Spread 1/3 of the salsa on top and then 1/2 of the meat mixture. Drop 1/2 of the sour cream over the meat and spread out with a spatula. Top with 1 cup of cheese. Repeat layers. Top with 4 tortillas, remaining salsa, and cheese.
    • Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 436kcal | Carbohydrates: 33.2g | Protein: 28.22g | Fat: 21.58g | Saturated Fat: 10.46g | Cholesterol: 76.14mg | Sodium: 1385.35mg | Potassium: 607.09mg | Fiber: 3.01g | Sugar: 7.18g | Vitamin A: 936.07IU | Vitamin C: 3.62mg | Calcium: 595.78mg | Iron: 3.39mg
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    Comments

    1. Chad Godwin says

      September 20, 2022 at 12:22 pm

      How many will this feed? Not sure if I need to make one or 2

      Reply
      • Julia Foerster says

        September 20, 2022 at 12:55 pm

        It makes about 8 servings (see recipe card below the image).

        Reply
    2. Alice Dodson says

      July 27, 2022 at 3:40 pm

      5 stars
      I made it with corn tortillas since some family members eat gluten-free. It was great! Even the leftovers were very good.

      Reply
    3. S. Quill says

      July 25, 2022 at 8:51 pm

      5 stars
      I finally made this dish and it is fantastic! I added cilantro for an extra Mexican flair. I am adding this recipe to my cookbook.

      Reply
    4. Lorraine Jones says

      January 24, 2022 at 9:14 pm

      5 stars
      Made this tonight and YES !!! This is a keeper, my picky husband loved it 😍 I think it’s even better than regular lasagna!!!!

      Reply
    5. Alicia Addison says

      November 22, 2021 at 11:07 am

      5 stars
      I made this last night. I got mad compliments from my husband about this dish. He wants me to make this again for our next family event. Definitely a keeper.

      Reply
    6. Katelyn says

      November 06, 2020 at 12:08 pm

      Sorry, please disregard my comment. I am making this and another recipe. I have already made this once and it is amazing!

      Reply
    7. Katelyn says

      November 06, 2020 at 12:06 pm

      The store only had original crescent rolls. Will those work or does it have to be the big and flaky?

      Reply
    8. Renee says

      September 24, 2020 at 2:25 pm

      Can you assemble ahead of time and put in fridge until you’re ready to bake it?

      Reply
      • Julia Foerster says

        September 24, 2020 at 3:03 pm

        Yes, that should work as long as it is in the fridge for only a few hours.

        Reply
    9. Marie says

      July 25, 2020 at 5:23 pm

      It helped to tent it with foil for the first half of baking in my oven to prevent overbrowning on top-so delish and better for leftover as the flavors meld together

      Reply
    10. ChrispyMich says

      May 28, 2020 at 9:36 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for sharing your recipe. My family loves it and my husband told me to add this to our cooking list ❤️

      Reply
    11. Laine B says

      March 22, 2020 at 10:33 am

      5 stars
      Delicious!!  My family enjoyed the different spin on taco Tuesday!

      Reply

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