Skillet Taco Pie

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Skillet Taco Pie, a one-pan wonder loaded with layers of bold flavors and gooey cheese. This recipe combines seasoned ground beef, black beans, sweet corn, and melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, all tucked between soft, golden tortillas. Perfectly baked in a cast-iron skillet, this dish offers a satisfying balance of crunchy edges and tender, cheesy layers. Garnished with fresh cilantro and served with sour cream and diced tomatoes, Skillet Taco Pie is the ultimate comfort food for taco lovers. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is simple, satisfying, and packed with Tex-Mex goodness—ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 cup Water
• 4 large Flour tortillas
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup Canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup Corn kernels (frozen or canned, drained)
• 0.25 cup Jalapeño slices (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (for serving)
• 0.5 cup Diced tomatoes (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large cast-iron or oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and allow it to warm up.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 4

Season the beef with taco seasoning and mix well. Stir in the tomato paste and water, allowing the mixture to simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened and fully combined.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 6

Stir in the black beans and corn kernels into the beef mixture, ensuring even distribution. Remove the skillet from heat.

Step 7

Lay one tortilla across the beef mixture in the skillet. Sprinkle a layer of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese on top. Repeat this process, layering tortillas and cheese, ending with a tortilla on top.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the top layer of the tortilla. Optionally, add a few jalapeño slices for extra flavor and heat.

Step 9

Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and the edges of the tortillas are golden and crispy.

Step 10

Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Step 11

Slice into wedges directly in the skillet and serve with sour cream and diced tomatoes on the side. Enjoy your Skillet Taco Pie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2206.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3803.0

Total Fat 248.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 723.3mg	0%
Sodium 7849.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 212.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.7g	0%
Total Sugars 30.7g
Protein 205.8g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 3107.6mg	0%
Iron 21.5mg	0%
Potassium 3642.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.2%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 21.7%