Gluten-Free Taco Bake Recipe
Craving a delicious, easy weeknight dinner? Look no further than this amazing gluten-free taco bake! It’s packed with flavor, simple to prepare, and completely gluten-free, making it perfect for those with dietary restrictions or anyone looking for a healthier alternative to traditional tacos. This recipe uses readily available ingredients and comes together in under an hour.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Gluten-Free: Naturally gluten-free with the use of corn tortillas.
- Easy to Make: Minimal prep work and simple instructions.
- Customizable: Easily adaptable to your favorite taco toppings and protein.
- Family-Friendly: A guaranteed hit with kids and adults alike!
- Quick Dinner: Ready in under an hour, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey or chicken)
- 1 packet gluten-free taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel)
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese blend)
- Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, chopped cilantro
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the gluten-free taco seasoning and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Stir in the black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes and green chilies.
- Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cut the corn tortillas into quarters.
- Layer half of the tortillas in the bottom of the baking dish.
- Spread half of the meat mixture over the tortillas.
- Sprinkle with half of the cheese.
- Repeat layers: remaining tortillas, meat mixture, and cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the bake is heated through.
- Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
- Top with your favorite taco toppings such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and chopped cilantro.
Tips and Variations:
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the meat mixture.
- Use a different type of cheese, like Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack.
- Add diced bell peppers or onions to the meat mixture.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with crumbled tofu or lentils.
- Get creative with your toppings!
Enjoy this delicious and easy gluten-free taco bake! It’s a perfect meal for any occasion.
Ingredients:
ground beef (or turkey or chicken), gluten-free taco seasoning, water, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), corn tortillas, shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese blend), sour cream, guacamole, salsa, chopped cilantro
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