Taco Pie

By: Rachel TiemeyerPosted: 10/12/22Updated: 9/4/25

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Taco Pie (formally known as Burrito Pie) has layers of refried beans, taco meat and sauce, veggies, and cheese layered between whole wheat tortillas. Look no further for a hearty and tasty meal for the entire family.

A slice of taco pie with chips and avocado on the side.

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Ingredients

Taco Pie is one of those comfort meals that will leave you feeling satisfied. It’s a cross between a hearty casserole and a lasagna but packed to the brim with Mexican flavor. Here’s what you need:

Ingredient Notes

White onion
Ground beef – You can substitute ground turkey or chicken.
Diced tomatoes & green chiles (i.e. Rotel brand)
Red enchilada sauce – I love Siete brand’s gluten-free sauce.
Refried beans – Look for organic or one with no trans fat, preservatives, or additives.
Taco-sized whole wheat tortillas – You can use whole-grain tortillas. No one will be able to tell the difference in this recipe!
Shredded cheddar cheese

Try These Healthy Substitutions

Use grass-fed ground beef. Here is our favorite place to get quality meat.
Look for BPA-free canned goods. Canned goods can sometimes have BPA in the lining.
Serve with lots of veggies. Taco Pie is delicious topped with avocado, green onions, diced tomatoes, red onion, etc.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Oven and Dish

Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray a 9-inch pie pan or an 8×8 casserole dish with cooking spray.

A white ceramic pie dish sprayed with cooking spray.

Brown the Ground Beef

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmery. Saute the onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the garlic during the last 30 seconds.

Add the ground beef and saute until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 4-5 minutes. Drain off the grease, if desired.

Ground beef and onions cooking in an iron skillet.

Make the Meat Filling

Stir in the drained tomatoes & chiles, and enchilada sauce. Stir the mixture thoroughly, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for about 10 minutes.

Taco meat simmering in a cast iron skillet.

Prepare the Tortilla Layers

While meat mixture simmers, warm up the refried beans in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second increments or in a pot on the stove over low heat, stirring until softened.

Spread a thin layer of refried beans (a generous 1/4 cup) on one side of each tortilla. Set aside. (Note: If using corn tortillas, cut 3 of them in half. Then use 1 1/2 corn tortillas per layer in the next step.)

A stack of tortillas with the top having refried beans spread on it.

Assemble the Casserole

In the bottom of the dish, spread 1/3 cup of the meat mixture. Cover with a tortilla (bean-side up), followed by 1/3 cup meat mixture, and then 1/4 cup of shredded cheese, spreading the ingredients out evenly. Repeat tortilla/beans, meat, and cheese pattern until all the tortillas are used up, ending with the cheese on top.

Bake the Casserole

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes (perhaps longer if using a ceramic dish), or until cheese is melted and it’s hot throughout. Serve slices warm with your favorite Mexican toppings, like sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or diced avocado, sliced green onion, etc.

Taco pie in a pie dish with a slice missing.

How to Freeze Taco Pie

Taco Pie can easily be a freezer meal.

Freeze For Later: Put the casserole together, but do not bake. Cover the dish with a few layers of plastic wrap and/or foil, squeezing out any excess air. Freeze.

Prepare From Frozen: Thaw for 24-48 hours in the refrigerator. Bake as directed in recipe.

A foil-covered pie dish labeled taco pie for the freezer.

What to Serve with Taco Pie

Avocado Salsa

Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice

Homemade guacamole in a bowl with blue corn chips around it.

Chips and Guacamole

Fiesta Salad

Recipe FAQs

Can I make this gluten-free?

Yes, use corn tortillas as directed in the recipe. Buy enchilada sauce that is gluten-free. I love Siete Red Enchilada Sauce.

Can I make this dairy-free?

You can use dairy-free cheese like Daiya brand or leave out the cheese. Use guacamole to garnish to add creaminess.

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A slice of taco pie being removed from the pie dish.

Rachel Tiemeyer

As co-founder of Thriving Home, Rachel dreams about creating recipes (literally) and uses her husband, her 3 kids, and even the neighbors as guinea pigs several nights a week. She believes that good food has the power to bring families and friends closer together and continues to wake up excited about her job each day, even after 10+ years!

Taco Pie