Taco Bake With Crescent Rolls And Doritos Recipe

I recently experimented with a delightful Taco Bake made with 1 lb ground beef, a medium chopped onion, zesty taco seasoning, and a generous sprinkle of crushed Doritos. I layered diced tomatoes with green chilies, shredded cheddar cheese, and tender crescent roll dough for a unique twist sure to pique your interest.

I recently tried a twist on a classic favorite and it totally surprised me. I whipped up my Taco Bake with Crescent Rolls and Doritos, an easy casserole that packs in flavor with every bite.

First, I browned 1 lb ground beef and a medium chopped onion then mixed in a packet taco seasoning and 3/4 cup water. I later stirred in a can of diced tomatoes with green chilies for that extra kick.

The trick for me is layering it with a pack of refrigerated crescent roll dough so it bakes up into a soft, golden crust. And of course, I couldn’t resist topping everything with 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese and a bag of crushed Doritos Nacho Cheese for that bold crunch.

This is not your typical baked taco dish if you ever heard of a Dorito Taco Bake or even that ground beef Dorito casserole taco bake. It’s fresh, fun and a hit every time I make it!

Why I Like this Recipe

I like this recipe for a bunch of reasons. First, I really love how easy it is to make – even when im super tired or busy, everything comes together quickly without too many steps. Second, the mix of flavors is so awesome; the spicy beef with cheesy goodness and that crunch from the Doritos and crescent roll crust is like a flavor explosion in my mouth. Third, it reminds me of taco night at home and makes me feel all comforted and cozy – it’s the perfect meal when i need something hearty and fun. Lastly, even though its a bit messy in the process sometimes, i dig that its a creative twist on regular tacos that makes every bite exciting.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef – high in protein and adds a savory, meaty depth to every bite.
• Chopped onion – offers natural sweetness and essential nutrients while enhancing flavor.
• Taco seasoning mix – infuses the dish with bold, spicy notes that really kick it up.
• Water – hydrates the seasoning and helps blend all the amazing flavors together.
• Diced tomatoes with green chilies – provide tanginess, moisture, and a slight spicy kick.
• Refrigerated crescent rolls – yield a flaky, buttery base that holds everything together.
• Doritos Nacho Cheese – deliver a crunchy, bold cheesy punch that adds fun to the dish.
• Shredded cheddar cheese – melts smoothly, enriching the dish with creamy, irresistible richness.

Ingredient Quantities

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 medium chopped onion
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 3/4 cup water
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 pack refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 oz, 8 rolls)
• 1 bag (9.5 oz) Doritos Nacho Cheese, crushed
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

How to Make this

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease an 8×8 baking dish.

2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the 1 lb of ground beef with the chopped onion until the beef is browned, then drain off any extra grease.

3. Stir in the packet of taco seasoning mixed with 3/4 cup water and let it simmer for about 2 minutes.

4. Mix in the can of 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies, making sure the flavors combine well.

5. Open your pack of crescent roll dough and gently press all 8 rolls into the bottom and sides of the baking dish to form a crust.

6. Pour the beef and tomato mixture evenly over the crescent roll base, making sure there’s no dry spot.

7. Sprinkle the 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef layer for that gooey, melty goodness.

8. Top it all off by evenly sprinkling the crushed Doritos Nacho Cheese all over the cheese layer.

9. Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the crescent dough turns golden and the cheese is bubbly.

10. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving so all the flavors can settle in, then enjoy your Taco Bake!

Equipment Needed

1. Preheated Oven – For baking your taco dish
2. 8×8 Baking Dish – To form the crescent roll crust and hold the bake
3. Large Skillet – For browning the ground beef and onion
4. Knife & Cutting Board – To chop your onion
5. Measuring Cup – To measure out the 3/4 cup of water
6. Wooden Spoon or Spatula – For stirring the beef, onions, and seasoning
7. Can Opener – For opening your can of diced tomatoes with green chilies
8. Oven Mitts – To handle the hot dish safely when taking it out of the oven

FAQ

Taco Bake With Crescent Rolls And Doritos Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• Instead of 1 lb ground beef, you could try ground turkey or even veggie crumbles if you’re looking for something a bit lighter.
• If you don’t have a packet taco seasoning mix, mix up some chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt as a substitute.
• For the 1 pack refrigerated crescent roll dough, you might use puff pastry or biscuit dough if that’s what you have on hand.
• Instead of the bag of Doritos Nacho Cheese, you can crush up some Fritos or even make your own tortilla chips baked with a little oil and spices.

Pro Tips

1. Make sure you drain all the extra grease from the beef so that it doesn’t make the crust soggy later on, coz nobody likes a wet taco bake.
2. If you wanna give the crust an extra kick of flavor, try brushing it with a little melted butter before you add the beef mixture.
3. Don’t rush the simmering step of the taco seasoning; letting it cook with the water just a bit longer really helps the flavors blend better.
4. Let it cool a bit after baking cuz it helps the cheese set, and then when you dig in you’ll get that perfect oozy texture every bite.