Pillsbury Crescent Roll Taco Bake
This simple and satisfying taco bake features Pillsbury crescent rolls, seasoned ground beef, cheddar cheese, and fresh toppings—ready in just 35 minutes.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 cans 8 oz each Pillsbury crescent rolls
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- Sour cream and chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Set the oven to 350°F (175°C). Allow it to fully preheat while preparing the remaining ingredients.
Cook the Ground Beef
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink, breaking it apart with a spatula as it browns. Once fully cooked, drain any excess fat. Stir in the taco seasoning and mix until evenly combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
Prepare the Crescent Dough
- Unroll the crescent dough from both cans. Press the dough evenly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish or a small casserole dish, sealing any perforations to form a single, uniform layer.
Assemble the Taco Bake
- Spoon the seasoned ground beef mixture over the prepared crescent dough. Spread it evenly to the edges. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the beef layer in an even distribution.
Bake
- Transfer the assembled dish to the preheated oven. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crescent dough is golden brown and fully cooked through.
Cool and Garnish
- Remove from the oven and allow the taco bake to cool for approximately 10 minutes. Once slightly cooled, top with shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes. If desired, garnish with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkling of chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
To prepare this recipe gluten-free, substitute the standard Pillsbury crescent rolls with a certified gluten-free crescent-style dough or gluten-free biscuit dough alternative. Additionally, verify that the taco seasoning and all toppings (particularly pre-shredded cheese) are labeled gluten-free, as some packaged products may contain gluten-containing additives or undergo cross-contamination during processing.