Easy Crescent Taco Bake

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 11

Easy Crescent Taco Bake perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 pound lean ( at least 80 % ) ground beef
	1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
	Shredded lettuce , as desired
	Diced tomato , as desired

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

6-8

Calories

445

Sugar

Fat

28g

This Easy Crescent Taco Bake is a crowd-pleasing recipe that is perfect for busy weeknights. The crescent roll crust gives the dish a unique and delicious texture, while the beef and taco seasoning create a classic Mexican flavor profile. Add some shredded lettuce and diced tomato on top, and you have a complete and satisfying dinner that the whole family will love!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until cooked through.
3.	Add the taco seasoning and water, stirring to combine.
4.	Simmer for 5 minutes until the mixture has thickened.
5.	Unroll the crescent roll dough and place it in the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
6.	Press the dough seams together and up the sides of the dish.
7.	Spread the beef mixture over the top of the dough and sprinkle with Cheddar cheese.
8.	Bake for 15-20 minutes until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
9.	Top with shredded lettuce and diced tomato before serving.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

The combination of beef, cheese, and taco seasoning creates a delicious and filling meal.

Kids love it!

CONS

Crescent rolls can be high in calories and carbs, so this recipe is best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Leftovers may not be as crispy as the freshly baked dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest option, this recipe does provide a good source of protein from the lean ground beef and cheese.
The use of taco seasoning adds flavor without adding extra salt.