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16 Ways to Turn Taco Seasoning into Your Secret Weapon in the Kitchen

Taco seasoning isn’t just for tacos—it’s a flavor-packed powerhouse that can transform any dish! From spicing up roasted veggies to creating bold and zesty marinades, this versatile blend adds the perfect kick to your favorite meals. Whether you’re making soups, snacks, or even breakfast, these 16 recipes will show you how to make the most of that trusty taco seasoning. Get ready to turn up the flavor in ways you never expected!

Spaghetti Squash Taco Boats

Spaghetti Squash Taco Boats
Photo Credit: Savory Experiments.

Taco Spaghetti Squash Boats are stuffed with ground chicken, diced tomatoes, avocado, and lots of cheese! They have tons of flavor and are so easy to make.

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Easy Homemade Chicken Taquitos

Easy Homemade Chicken Taquitos
Photo Credit: Savory Experiments.

Flour tortillas, filled with chicken, salsa and cheese and baked until hot and crispy. Homemade chicken taquitos are an easy meal with simple ingredients that are sure to become a favourite.

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SOUTHWEST SKILLET GROUND BEEF AND SWEET POTATO RECIPE

SOUTHWEST SKILLET GROUND BEEF AND SWEET POTATO RECIPE
Photo Credit: A Paige of Positivity.

A 30 minute meal, made in one pan, hearty, satisfying, and healthy dinner – what’s not to love! This Skillet Ground Beef and Sweet Potato recipe takes on Southwest flavors with a veggie and sweet potato base and includes perfectly seasoned lean ground beef.

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Healthy Ground Turkey Enchiladas

Healthy Ground Turkey Enchiladas
Photo Credit: A Paige of Positivity.

These Healthy Ground Turkey Enchiladas have all of your favorite taco flavors and are finished off with the same toppings you love, but they’re rolled up and baked all together in the oven for only 25 minutes. The perfect weeknight dinner when you want something light, but still cozy.

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Taco Potato Hamburger Soup

Taco Potato Hamburger Soup
Photo Credit: The Salty Marshmallow.

Taco Potato Hamburger Soup is beefy, cheesy and is so satisfying! Ground beef and tender bites of red potatoes are served in the most mouthwatering broth that’s made rich and bold from enchilada sauce, taco seasoning, heavy cream and more.

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Taco Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Taco Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Photo Credit: Sugar and Soul.

This Taco Grilled Cheese Sandwich can be customized just like a taco! The original recipe is packed with bold flavor and a little heat for a lunch or dinner that’s sure to leave your mouth watering!

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Crock Pot Beefy Potato Taco Casserole

Crock Pot Beefy Potato Taco Casserole
Photo Credit: Best Casserole Recipes.

This Crock Pot Beefy Potato Taco Casserole is an easy recipe that makes Taco Tuesday even more delicious. Full of cheesy potatoes, hearty ground beef, and slow cooked for maximum flavor!

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Cheesy Gordita Crunch Tacos

Cheesy Gordita Crunch Tacos
Photo Credit: Take Two Tapas.

This copycat Taco Bell Cheesy Gordita Crunch recipe is better than at the restaurant because you can make it at home in your pajamas! I like to enjoy them late at night so this saves me a trip out.

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FRITO TACO BAKE

FRITO TACO BAKE
Photo Credit: The Cookin Chicks.

This Frito Taco Bake is a quick and easy meal that is packed with flavor! Taco seasoned ground beef combined with a cheesy sauce and Fritos; this walking taco casserole is comfort food at its finest. Perfect for busy weeknights and lazy weekend meals!

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Doritos Casserole with Ground Beef

Doritos Casserole with Ground Beef
Photo Credit: Best Casserole Recipes.

This easy Dorito Casserole full of tender ground beef, veggies, and lots of cheese. Perfect for a busy weeknight and especially Taco Tuesday.

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Rotel Tacos

Rotel Tacos
Photo Credit: The Domestic Spoon.

Taco Tuesday just got better with these Rotel Tacos! Take the standard ingredients from a taco kit but add some extra flavor with a Rotel cheese sauce. This recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and is perfect for a quick and yummy meal.

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Instant Pot Taco Meat

Instant Pot Taco Meat
Photo Credit: Savory Experiments.

Instant Pot Taco Meat is the perfect and fast way to make tender ground beef for tacos. Serve it immediately or freeze it!
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Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas

Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas
Photo Credit: Fit Mama Real Food.

Sheet pan steak fajitas are super flavorful and incredibly easy to make! Flavor packed, veggie filled and the perfect mix for your next taco night! Stuff em into tacos, or use over a bowl of rice. However you like to taco, you’ve gotta try this easy steak fajita sheet pan dinner!

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Easy Cheesy Refried Bean Burritos

Easy Cheesy Refried Bean Burritos
Photo Credit: The Schmidty Wife.

Looking for a no fuss easy meatless meal that everyone will like? Look no further! This Refried Bean Burrito Recipeis not only quick and easy to make but is freezer friendly! With simple ingredients and easy instructions this is a recipe you are going to want to bookmark!

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Wonton Taco Cups

Wonton Taco Cups
Photo Credit: Confetti and Bliss.

Wonton taco cups are perfect for Taco Tuesday! These crunchy tacos are also ideal appetizers for game day, and a favorite for Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Quick and easy to make, these mini tacos are baked not fried!

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Taco Hash Brown Casserole

Taco Hash Brown Casserole
Photo Credit: Best Casserole Recipes.

Craving a delicious taco hashbrown casserole the whole family will devour? This easy recipe will become your new go-to for busy weeknights and Taco Tuesdays!
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