27 Taco Recipes That Go Way Beyond the Shell

Tacos are a great way to enjoy a meal that’s both easy and delicious. We have put together a collection of recipes that go beyond just tacos, including fresh salads, tasty dips, and comforting casseroles.

Whether you’re looking to add a crisp, refreshing side, a creamy dip for snacking, or a hearty casserole to round out your meal, these recipes have you covered. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you’ll have a variety of delicious dishes.

Walking Taco Casserole

Walking Taco Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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This Walking Taco Casserole is a nostalgic and easy dinner that brings all the fun of walking tacos into a simple, delicious bake. It’s perfect for busy weeknights and sure to be a family favorite.

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Ground Beef Taco Casserole

A spoonful of mexican casserole on a plate.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Spice up taco night with this easy Taco Casserole recipe! Everybody will be asking for seconds of this spin on a Mexican favorite.

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Taco Tater Tot Casserole

A spoonful of mexican casserole with black beans and black olives.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This Taco Tater Tot Casserole combines ground beef with classic Mexican flavors and is topped with yummy cheese. Perfect for Cinco de Mayo.

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Ground Beef Taco Salad

A bowl of mexican salad with tortilla chips and limes.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

A healthy Taco Salad made of seasoned ground beef, cheese, veggies, and tortilla chips drizzled with a Creamy Cilantro Lime Dressing.

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3-Ingredient Taco Dip

A bowl of cheese and vegetable dip with tortilla chips.
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This delicious, no-cook, no-bake Taco Dip is perfect for any game day spread. Serve it with fresh-cut veggies, tortilla chips, or crackers.

Get the Recipe: 3-Ingredient Taco Dip

Cool Ranch Turkey Taco Casserole

Cool Ranch Turkey Taco Casserole recipe by xoxoBella.
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Cool ranch turkey taco casserole combines ground turkey with Doritos, vegetables, Greek yogurt, taco seasoning, and more for ultimate flavor. This is a simple recipe to make and a sure way to spice up taco night.

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Homemade Taco Pizza With Crescent Rolls

Homemade Taco Pizza With Crescent Rolls recipe by Princess Pinky Girl.
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Taco Pizza starts with crescent dough as the base, topped with seasoned beef, tomatoes, onions, cheddar cheese, and all your favorite taco toppings.

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Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats recipe by xoxoBella.
Photo Credit: xoxoBella.

Taco stuffed zucchini boats offer a little of everything – nutrition, meat, veggies, a pop of Mexican seasoning, and of course a tasty meal!

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Easy Taco Casserole With Ground Beef

Easy Taco Casserole With Ground Beef recipe by Simply Stacie.
Photo Credit: Simply Stacie.

Taco Casserole is a fun twist on Taco Tuesday! This easy casserole has all the ingredients we love about tacos, baked together in one dish.

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Taco Bites

Taco Bites recipe by Princess Pinky Girl.
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This mini Taco Bites recipe is a fun and festive twist on the traditional taco, created as a cute appetizer and easy to prepare in 10 minutes!

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Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers

Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers recipe by Encharted Cook.
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Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers are colorful bell peppers filled with ground beef, taco spices, black beans, corn, and cheese.

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Taco Tortellini Skillet

Taco Tortellini Skillet recipe by Busy Day Dinners.
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Make a cheesy and easy Taco Tortellini Skillet with ground beef with just 6 ingredients! Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner!

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Cheesy Taco Dip

Cheesy Taco Dip recipe by Princess Pinky Girl.
Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl.

Dig into a delicious Cheesy Taco Dip, easily made in a skillet or slow cooker, with seasoned ground beef, green chilies, cream cheese, salsa, and any taco toppings. It is the perfect party food appetizer for football season and holidays.

Get the Recipe: Cheesy Taco Dip

Beef Taco Pasta

Beef Taco Pasta recipe by Simply Stacie.
Photo Credit: Simply Stacie.

Beef Taco Pasta is comfort food at its finest! This simple, but unique Taco Tuesday dish is bursting with Mexican flavors.

Get the Recipe: Beef Taco Pasta

Taco Potatoes

Taco Potatoes recipe by Princess Pinky Girl.
Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl.

Taco Potatoes recipe takes a simple baked potato, stuffs it with seasoned ground beef, and piles your favorite taco fixings on top.

Get the Recipe: Taco Potatoes

Frito Taco Bake

Frito Taco Bake recipe by The Cookin Chicks.
Photo Credit: The Cookin Chicks.

Layers of Frito chips, ground beef, taco seasoning, and cheese combined in this Taco Bake. Also known as Walking Tacos or Frito Pie!

Get the Recipe: Frito Taco Bake

Taco Spaghetti

Taco Spaghetti recipe by Princess Pinky Girl.
Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl.

Taco spaghetti is a delicious Mexican casserole that brings tacos and spaghetti all made in one pan and ready in under 30 minutes! Picky eater approved!

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Cheesy Taco Pasta

Cheesy Taco Pasta recipe by 24Bite.
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This Cheesy Taco Pasta Recipe is a perfectly nostalgic Hamburger Helper copycat. It’s the 30-minute meal everyone will love.

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30-Minute Taco Casserole

30-Minute Taco Casserole recipe by Chew Out Loud.
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This 30-minute Taco Casserole comes together super quickly and tastes amazing. It’s waist-friendly without sacrificing one bit of flavor.

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Mini Taco Cups

Mini Taco Cups recipe by I Heart Naptime.
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Layers of crispy wonton wrappers, seasoned taco meat with chili beans, melted cheese and a flavorful salsa ranch dressing.

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Taco Pasta Salad

Taco Pasta Salad recipe by Quiche My Grits.
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Calling all taco fans! Whip up this Taco Pasta Salad that’s loaded with rotini pasta, black beans, corn, fresh veggies and shredded cheese!

Get the Recipe: Taco Pasta Salad

Taco Soup

Taco Soup recipe by Finding Zest.
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Taco soup is a twist on traditional tacos, and it’s an easy one pot meal on your stove or in your slow cooker. Busy families will love this 7 can taco soup!

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Taco Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Taco Grilled Cheese Sandwich recipe by Simply Stacie.
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This Taco Grilled Cheese Sandwich is stuffed with seasoned beef, lettuce, tomatoes, and gooey cheese for the best grilled cheese recipe.

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Taco Chicken Burgers

Taco Chicken Burgers recipe by Simply Stacie.
Photo Credit: Simply Stacie.

Taco Chicken Burgers are oven-baked chicken burgers made with taco seasoning and topped with guacamole, jalapenos, and of course, cheese.

Get the Recipe: Taco Chicken Burgers

Easy Taco Egg Rolls

Easy Taco Egg Rolls recipe by Kitchen Divas.
Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Cheesy Taco Egg Rolls are full of ground beef or pork, onions, peppers, salsa, refried beans and of course cheese! Every bite is perfection!

Get the Recipe: Easy Taco Egg Rolls

Chicken Taco Spaghetti Squash

Chicken Taco Spaghetti Squash recipe by Seasonal Cravings.
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Watching your carbs? If so, you’ll love this Chicken Taco Spaghetti Squash with only four ingredients. {gluten-free}

Get the Recipe: Chicken Taco Spaghetti Squash

Easy Taco Pockets

Easy Taco Pockets recipe by Chew Out Loud.
Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

These Easy Taco Pockets will have your family begging for more! They’re everything you love about tacos, in a melty hot pocket!

Get the Recipe: Easy Taco Pockets

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