Looking for a quick and crowd-pleasing dinner idea? This Dorito Taco Pie is bound to be a hit with the entire family! Imagine a flaky pie crust filled with seasoned ground beef, sautéed onions, and a mix of Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese, all baked to perfection. The best part? It’s topped with crunchy, nacho cheese Doritos for a burst of flavor in every bite! Perfect as a main course or even a game-day appetizer, this dish is versatile and fun to customize with your favorite taco toppings. If you enjoy this recipe, you’ll want to try the equally satisfying Taco Soup!
Key Ingredients & Substitution Tips
- Pie Crust: You can use a store-bought crust for convenience or make your own homemade pie crust, for an extra layer of richness. Either way, place the unbaked crust into a pie dish as a base.
- Ground Beef: For a hearty filling, use two pounds of ground beef. You can also substitute ground chicken or turkey for a lighter option without compromising flavor.
- Taco Seasoning: Make it extra flavorful by using homemade taco seasoning, or use about 1/4 cup of store-bought seasoning packets.
- Cheese: Monterey Jack and mild cheddar are the perfect combination here, but feel free to use your preferred cheese blend.
- Doritos: The star ingredient! Nacho cheese Doritos add crunch and a distinctive, irresistible flavor, making each bite feel like a cross between a taco and a nacho.
Make-Ahead Instructions
Assemble your Dorito Taco Pie up to a day in advance for a super easy dinner. Simply cook the seasoned ground beef and onions, then allow the mixture to cool slightly. Next, layer the beef mixture and cheese in the unbaked pie crust. Cover tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate until you’re ready to bake—perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Topping Ideas for Dorito Taco Pie
While this taco pie is delicious on its own, adding some toppings takes it to the next level. Here are a few crowd-pleasing options:
- Fresh salsa or pico de gallo
- Sour cream
- Diced tomatoes
- Shredded lettuce
- Chopped cilantro
- Sliced jalapeños
- Black olives
Feel free to mix and match your toppings to suit everyone’s tastes!
How to Store and Reheat Dorito Taco Pie
If you have leftovers (though you may not!), here’s how to keep them fresh. Store the pie without the Dorito topping if possible, as the chips can lose their crunch in the fridge. Once the pie has cooled, transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. To reheat, warm it in the oven or microwave, then add a fresh sprinkle of crushed Doritos to keep that satisfying crunch.
Enjoy this Dorito Taco Pie as a fun, flavorful twist on taco night that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Dorito Taco Pie
Ingredients
- 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust, homemade or store-bought
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced (about ½ cup)
- 2 packets taco seasoning, 1 ounce each, about ¼ cup total
- ½ cup water
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup crushed Nacho Cheese Doritos
Optional Toppings:
- salsa
- sour cream
- diced tomatoes
- shredded lettuce
- chopped cilantro
- sliced jalapenos
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie crust dough into a circle slightly larger than a 9-inch pie plate. Fit the dough into the pie plate, trimming any excess, then flute or crimp the edges as desired. Place the crust in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the filling.
- In a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook, breaking up the beef as it browns, until the meat is cooked through and the onion is soft, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the taco seasoning and water to the skillet with the beef mixture. Stir until fully combined, and cook until most of the water has evaporated.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly over the prepared pie crust. Top with the Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses.
- Bake for 22-27 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove the pie from the oven, and sprinkle the top with crushed Doritos. Serve with salsa, sour cream, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, and chopped cilantro.
This recipe was inspired by iamhomesteader.com’s Dorito Taco Pie.
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