Taco Quesadilla

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A taco quesadilla is the happy marriage of perfectly flavorful taco meat and the crunchy, cheesy goodness of a quesadilla. Use leftover taco meat and you’re just moments away from a meal everyone will love!

Taco meat filled quesadillas sliced on cutting board

Taco Quesadilla

I promise that I haven’t been holding out on you, friends. We make quesadillas with the best ever taco meat at least once a week – for lunches, dinners, late night snacks, our boys happily make and eat these all day long.

We keep that taco meat on hand pretty much at all times. If there isn’t a container of it tucked in the fridge, I can guarantee you that portions in the freezer are just waiting to be used.

quesadillas with ground beef, corn, and black beans

To make today’s taco inspired quesadillas, you’ll need the following ingredients:

  • tortillas
  • butter
  • shredded cheese
  • taco beef
  • cilantro
open tortilla in skillet with ground beef and cheese on half

Ground Beef Quesadilla

Preheat a large non-stick skillet to medium-high heat. Lightly butter a single side of one tortilla with about ½ a teaspoon of butter and place it in

Instant Pot Quick and Easy Ground Beef Burrito Bowls

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Instant Pot Quick and Easy Ground Beef Burrito Bowls

A photo of instant pot ground beef burrito bowl stopped with chopped tomatoes, avocado chunks, and chopped fresh cilantro.

This Instant Pot Ground Beef Burrito Bowl is the ultimate weeknight dinner—quick, flavorful, and packed with protein! Tender ground beef is seasoned with bold spices, then cooked to perfection with rice and black beans all in just 10 minutes!

Top it off with fresh toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado for a meal that’s satisfying, customizable, and ready in no time. It’s a regular on our dinner menu for busy nights when you want a delicious, one-pot dinner!

Family dinner ideas that are quick and easy are something that I am always on the hunt for! The flavor of this is fantastic but my very favorite part, aside from the fact that you can add in or substitute anything you want, it’s done in 10 minutes! Do you hear that?! DINNER IN TEN MINUTES!

Quick and Easy Dinners

Life is so busy especially with three kids who are all in completely different stages of life. We are constantly on the go. We need meals that are healthy, quick, and kid friendly. Some of our favorites are 20 Minute Cheesy Pesto Pasta, 20 Minute Cherry Tomato Basil Angel Hair Pasta, 15 Minute Chicken Stir Fry, 15 Minute Pesto Pasta, and 15 Minute Beef Stir Fry.

These Instant Pot Quick and Easy Ground Beef Burrito Bowls are being added to that list. They are so flavorful and my kids love them! They can put whatever toppings they want on their own bowl. It not only allows them to be creative in the kitchen, but they are also more likely to eat something they have helped cook.

Ingredients for Ground Beef Burrito Bowls

I always like to include a quick list of ingredients so our readers can get a glimpse of everything they will need ahead of time. For all the details and measurements needed, keep scrolling down to the recipe card at the end of the post.

  • Ground Beef: We almost always use 85/15 ground beef when it comes to cooking. It has just enough fat to maintain the flavor without being too greasy.
  • Olive Oil: used to sauté the onions
  • Onion: adds flavor
  • Seasonings: Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Smoked Paprika, Chili Powder, Cumin, Coriander, Oregano and Salt
    • NOTE: For an even bigger shortcut, swap these with 2 Tablespoons of taco seasoning.
  • Rice: just regular long grain white rice works great

Mouthwatering 5 Ingredient Shredded Beef Tacos [+Video]

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Mouthwatering 5 Ingredient Shredded Beef Tacos [+Video]

a photo of a shredded beef taco on a flour tortilla and topped with guacamole

Satisfy your taco cravings with these easy and delicious 5 ingredient shredded beef tacos. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun fiesta with friends!

Has everyone tried Kinder’s seasonings?! This is not a sponsored post but we are absolutely obsessed! They have so many different flavors and every kind that we have tried has been delicious. We use the buttery steakhouse blend in our amazing chicken marinade recipe, and it is heaven!

This carne asada blend adds bold flavor and a hint of citrus to the juicy beef. I just can’t say enough about how in love we are with how tasty and easy this shredded beef recipe is. We hope it becomes a regular dinner in your family!

Shredded Beef Tacos Recipe

This recipe came together on a whim one day. I had just bought the Kinder’s Carne Asada Rub and I had a chuck roast that I needed to use. With our pork carnitas as my inspo, I baked the beef roast all afternoon and then crisped it up in the oven right before serving. The whole family couldn’t stop raving about this beef!

Ingredients for Easy Beef Tacos

You won’t believe how flavorful this Mexican shredded beef is with only 5 ingredients! Here is what you will need:

  • Boneless Beef Chuck Roast: make sure that it has good marbling
  • Kinder’s Carne Asada Rub: a blend of all your favorite Mexican flavors including orange and lime juice, sea salt, garlic, cumin and other spices
  • Onions: I like to use red onions or a combination of red and yellow.
  • Beef Stock: helps keep the beef tender and juicy
  • Orange Juice: adds citrus flavor

The measurements and details for each ingredient can be found in the recipe at the end of the post.

How to Make Shredded Beef Tacos

If you only look at the total time for this recipe, it might seem less than ideal, but I promise this recipe is so easy! Most of the total cook time is just letting the meat roast away in the oven while your house is filled with the most scrumptious aroma. Here are the steps:

  1. Prep: Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
  2. Season: Using the carne asada seasoning, season the roast on all sides.
  3. Bake: Place the seasoned roast onions, orange juice and onions in a large Dutch oven. Place the lid on and let it bake for 3.5 hours.
  4. Shred: Remove from the oven and shred the meat into large chunks using two forks. Place it back in the oven for 30 minutes.
  5. Roast: Remove the Dutch oven and increase the temperature to 425 degrees F. Place all the beef and o

Taco Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

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Taco Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

a photo of a cast iron skillet full of taco ground beef and diced sweet potatoes topped with a dollop of sour cream, chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges

This delicious and nutritious ground beef and sweet potato skillet meal is perfect for busy weeknights. With only one pan to clean up, it’s a quick and easy dinner option the whole family will love!

Ingredients for Taco Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

I am always looking for quick dinner recipes that have lean protein and complex carbohydrates so that everyone is fully satisfied and energized. It has quickly become a regular on our dinner rotation. Here is everything you’ll need:

  • Olive Oil
  • Lean Ground Beef
  • Yellow Onion
  • Taco Seasoning
  • Cornstarch
  • Garlic
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • Kosher Salt
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes
  • Diced Green Chiles
  • Water
  • Lime
  • Mexican Cheese Shreds
  • Cilantro

The measurements for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

How to Make Taco Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet

This ground beef recipe is made all in one pan, and it’s so easy! Here are the steps:

  1. Brown the Ground Beef: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat and then add the ground beef and onion. Cook until the meat is mostly browned and the onion is tender.
  2. Season the Meat: Add half of the taco seasoning and cornstarch. Use a meat chopper to break up the beef and use a wooden spoon to stir. When the beef is almost completely cooked, add the garlic and cook for another minute. Then remove the beef and onions to a plate.
  3. Cook the Sweet Potatoes: Add a little more oil to the skillet and add the diced sweet potatoes. Season with the remaining taco seasoning and some salt and pepper. Cook until they start to brown, stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes.
  4. Combine: Add the ground beef and onions to the skillet, then add the fire roasted tomatoes, green chiles, water and lime juice and stir everything together. Cover the pan with a lid and let everything simmer for 10 minutes or until the sweet potatoes are fork tender.
  5. Add the Toppings: Top with the shredded cheese. Add the lid back for a minute so the cheese melts. Then add the cilantro.

The recipe card below contains all the instructions in full detail so keep scrolling to see everything in one place.

What to Serve with Taco Sweet Potato Skillet

This sweet potato hash is really an all-in-one type of dish if you want to keep dinner simple. If you want to add a side dish

Italian Style Beef Chili

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Italian Style Beef Chili

a photo of a large bowl of hearty italian style beef chili topped with melted cheese, sour cream and chopped fresh herbs.

Italian style beef chili is hearty, satisfying and perfect for feeding a crowd! It has all the familiar and comforting flavors of lasagna, but it’s a chili!

A few weeks ago, I was working on our lasagna soup recipe and totally messed it up. So I improvised, like I often do when recipes don’t turn out the way I hope, and turned that recipe into a chili. It ended up being so fabulous that I had to photograph it and post it here.

Let this be a lesson that sometimes mistakes just end up being happy accidents…thanks Bob Ross!

What is Chili?

Chili is a thick stew that is usually a little spicy and made with peppers, chili powder, meat, tomatoes and often beans.

Ingredients in Italian Style Beef Chili

The ingredients list might seem a little lengthy, but all the components are crucial the developing the full flavor of the chili. Here is what you will need:

  • Vegetables: Olive Oil, Red Onion, Garlic, Red Bell Pepper, Green Bell Pepper, Jalapeno
  • Fresh Herbs: Oregano, Parsley, Basil
  • Seasonings and Spices: Salt, Pepper, Chili Powder, Smoked Paprika
  • Cheese: Ricotta and Mozzarella Cheese
  • Ground Beef: we use 85/15
  • Beef Broth: low sodium
  • Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes
  • Marinara Sauce: Rao’s is our favorite brand
  • Pinto Beans

This is just an overview of the ingredients needed for this recipe. The measurements for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.

How to Make Chili

One of my favorite things about making chili is developing all the layers of flavor that make it so rich and delicious. It takes time but it is really easy. Here are the basic steps:

  1. Sauté the vegetables and herbs.
  2. Brown the beef and drain the grease.
  3. Add the remaining ingredients (except the cheese) and let it simmer for at least a half hour up to all day for maximum flavor.
  4. Just before serving, top each bowl of soup with mozzarella and melt in the broiler. Make sure the bowl is oven safe!

The recipe card at the end of the post contains all the instructions in full detail. You can also print or save the recipe there.

What Toppings Go On Chili?

Everyone in my family likes to top their chili with different things so I like to put all sorts of options out and let everyone do their own thing. Some of our favorite toppings are sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt), diced onions, green onions, tortilla chips or corn chips, and more cheese or more fresh herbs.

What Goes Well with Italian Chili?

This chili recipe is hearty enough to stand on it’s own as a meal, but it is my personal opinion that chili should always be eaten with a side of bread for dipping! Here are a few ideas:

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