This Sheet Pan Taco Bake is your answer! It’s an easy, one-pan meal that combines seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and crispy tortilla chips all baked together, creating a crunchy, gooey, flavorful experience.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey or chicken)
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Tortilla chips, lightly crushed, for layering and topping
- Fresh toppings: diced tomatoes, chopped lettuce, sour cream, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, diced avocado
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a sheet pan with a bit of oil or cooking spray.
- Cook the Meat: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain any excess fat, then add the taco seasoning and a splash of water (per package directions). Stir until the meat is well coated.
- Build the Bake: Spread the cooked ground beef evenly across the sheet pan. Spoon salsa over the meat and layer the black beans and corn evenly across the top.
- Cheese and Chips Layer: Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the mixture, then add a layer of lightly crushed tortilla chips on top.
- Bake: Place the sheet pan in the oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the chips are slightly browned.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let cool for a minute or two. Add fresh toppings like tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream, jalapeños, cilantro, and avocado for added flavor and texture.
- Enjoy! Serve directly from the sheet pan, allowing everyone to scoop their own serving.
This sheet pan taco bake is a perfect blend of textures and flavors, making taco night even more fun and effortless!
