Once you learn these ways to use leftover taco meat, you will save time and money. Take out is expensive, not healthy and truly isn’t always that quick! Get started today with these 10 leftover taco meat ideas.
Ways to use leftover taco meat
I’m all about making life easier around here. Let’s face it, life is crazy! Sports, dance, sickness, school and more can mean that dinner time gets tossed to the wayside.
I’m going to share with you one little tip that has saved me so many times! I use leftover taco meat for all sorts of things!
What to do with taco meat besides tacos?
We have lots of ideas for taco meat that will be a hit with your family. These ideas are easy and budget friendly.
From casseroles and enchiladas to burritos and more, the ideas are tasty and easy!
Can I freeze leftover taco meat?
YES! If it’s Taco Tuesday, I just make a double batch of taco meat! Easy peasy!
That way I have enough meat ready for a second meal during the week or the next week. Plus, it freezes so well!
I even make my own taco seasoning. It’s so easy and saves a ton of money.
Plus, I know exactly what is going in the mix. I make a big batch and have it ready whenever I need it.
Another thing I do to help meal time is I make 10 Crock Pot Freezer Meals in Under an Hour!
I use these JOKARI Hands-Free Baggy Rack Storage Bag Holder. These are not necessary but it’s so much easier to fill the bags with taco meat.
Everyone can use an extra set of hands and these bag holders are so handy. They keep your bags open so you can just dump your ingredients inside. You can snag them very inexpensively on Amazon.
You might also like 10 Ways to Use Leftover Baked Potatoes. I’m all about meals that you can eat twice!
How long can you keep cooked taco meat in the fridge?
Cooked taco meat is good for 3-4 DAYS in the refrigerator. This is great for leftover and to make new meals. It makes dinner so easy!
What to do with leftover taco meat:
Let’s get started with these healthy leftover taco meat recipes. They are easy and so delicious.
1. Make a Burrito
You can add beans and cheese and roll them up like the burritos here. These can even be frozen too. I make these and use heavy duty foil. They taste delicious when we pull them out of the freezer. I use these freezer organizers to stack the burritos.
2. Make Beef Quesadillas and leftover taco meat enchiladas
This can’t get any more simple! Just throw in your favorite toppings with the taco meat and you are set! We like shredded cheese, sour cream and salsa.
Try this easy ground beef enchiladas recipe here.
3. Leftover taco meat pasta
Leftover taco meat is perfect to make Taco Pasta! It’s really yummy with all the pasta and a little cheddar cheese can’t hurt! 🙂 We love the recipe here.
4. Leftover taco meat casserole
Casseroles come together so quickly when the ground beef is already prepared. One of our favorites is Mexican Taco Casserole Recipe. Between the crock pot and the pre-cooked meat, this meal is so simple.
Leftover taco meat and rice make amazing casserole dishes!
I have one of the new crock pot casserole dishes and I’m loving it so much! I bought mine on Amazon, and it’s been perfect when I make casseroles.
5. Nachos
Make nachos like the recipe here with leftover taco meat. Set out toppings and let your friends or family make their own nachos. It is always a hit when we serve a nacho bar. You can also use this idea for parties or large groups!
If you are throwing a party, there are so many fun nacho bar themed items here!
6. Creamy Taco Dip
Turn that leftover taco meat into a decadent taco dip here! With lots of cheese and other yummy ingredients, this dip is sure to be a hit. You could even add refried beans and black beans and enjoy with tortilla chips.
7. Leftover taco meat chili and leftover taco meat soup
You can make a pot of soup in no time with taco meat that is already cooked and ready to go! Taco meat is perfect to add to Crockpot Taco Soup Recipe, Crockpot Taco Rice Soup, Easy Quick Chili and more recipes here.
Have you seen the Pioneer Woman Slow Cookers? These are bright and floral and just gorgeous!
8. Add to Eggs and Make Breakfast Burritos
You can also freeze these once you put them together if desired. This taco meat and eggs make a very hearty burrito in the recipe here.
Breakfast is so easy when you can pull out one of these freezer burritos. I use heavy duty foil and they hold up great.
9. Taco Crescent Ring
This is a party favorite and a great dinner idea too! With a can of crescents and some toppings, you can have this made in no time. It’s so pretty too!
I use one of the large round pizza pans to make these and have plenty of room. You might also like the Italian Crescent Pie here.
10. Sprinkle on Baked Potatoes
We love to make a big batch of crock pot baked potatoes like the recipe here and set out a topping bar. You can also microwave the potatoes if you prefer. Taco meat, cheese, sour cream, green onion and more make a hearty baked potato meal! This is good for parties as well.
I have one of the programmable crock pots here and it’s so handy!
As you can see, leftover taco meat recipes are not boring!
There are so many ideas to use up taco meat. Whether you have extra in the freezer or leftovers from the night before, lots of meals can be made!
Choose one or several that you think your family will love and add them to your menu plan. We do this often for our family and also for parties!
I don’t have to be stuck in the kitchen while everyone has all the fun. I just take out some of my frozen taco meat and warm it up, set out a topping bar and nachos for everyone! This is one of our go to meals that can feed a crowd and not take a lot of time or money.
Seriously, whip up a few extra batches of taco meat and it will change your week! No more stress over dinner time or quick dashes to the drive thru. Another great thing about leftover taco meat is that even at the last minute, it can quickly be warmed even if frozen!
Please share in the comments any ideas you have for leftover taco meat!
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