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3 Quick Taco Recipes for Busy Families

Easy Taco Ideas for Taco Tuesday ... or any day of the week

By Macaroni KID September 23, 2024

Looking for quick and easy taco recipes for Taco Tuesday? We’ve got you covered with 3 simple taco dishes that are perfect for fast dinners under 15 minutes. These recipes will make dinnertime stress-free and delicious! Let's taco 'bout how to make dinner a breeze with meals your family will love.


๐ŸŒฎ Taco Alert! Taco Bell and the National Day Calendar have officially spiced things up by moving National Taco Day from October 4 to the first Tuesday of October each year! In 2024, that means the ultimate Taco Tuesday will fall on October 1—a day destined for taco greatness!


Bonus: You can mix and match ingredients based on whatever you have in your kitchen — tacos are as flexible as they are tasty! Plus it's easy to make these taco meals even healthier: Use lean proteins like ground turkey or chicken and add fresh veggies like bell peppers and onions. You can also go vegetarian or pescatarian.



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One-Pan Taco Skillet Recipe: Quick and Easy Family Dinner

No time for tons of dishes? This one-pan wonder is a game-changer. Sauté ground beef or turkey with your favorite taco seasoning, canned black beans, corn, and cheese — all in one skillet. Serve with tortillas or tortilla chips for a fun, DIY vibe. Bonus: Fewer dishes means more time for relaxing after dinner!

Ingredients:

  • Ground beef or turkey
  • Taco seasoning
  • Canned black beans
  • Corn
  • Shredded cheese
  • Tortillas or tortilla chips (for serving)


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Sheet Pan Chicken Taco Recipe: Fast and Healthy Dinner

For a no-fuss meal, bake chicken breasts with taco seasoning, bell peppers, and onions on a sheet pan. Cook at 400 degrees for about 20 minutes, then shred the chicken. Serve with warm tortillas and all your favorite toppings — guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and cheese. You can also bake with tortilla chips for a nacho twist. This recipe is perfect for busy moms who want a healthy taco night!

Ingredients:

  • Chicken breasts
  • Taco seasoning
  • Bell peppers, sliced
  • Onions, sliced
  • Tortillas
  • Toppings (guacamole, salsa, cheese, sour cream)




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The Tired Mom’s Taco Bowls: No Mess, Customizable Taco Dinner

Don’t have taco shells? No problem! Create a delicious taco bowl by layering your favorite taco ingredients—like rice, black beans, ground beef, salsa, and cheese — in a bowl. Let everyone customize their taco bowls with toppings like guacamole, sour cream, and extra hot sauce. It's an easy, no-mess dinner that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters!

Ingredients:

  • Cooked rice
  • Black beans
  • Ground beef or turkey
  • Salsa
  • Shredded cheese
  • Toppings (guacamole, sour cream, hot sauce)



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Want more tacos? Yes, please. 
Check out more taco recipes from Macaroni KID:

๐ŸŒฎ Taco Night Twist! Easy Taco Lettuce Wraps
๐ŸŒฎ A Flavorful Twist on Taco Night: Grilled Pork Tacos & Pineapple Slaw
๐ŸŒฎ Try These Easy Fish Stick Tacos


Taco Night just got a whole lot easier! These quick and easy taco recipes are perfect for busy moms looking to whip up a delicious meal in under 15 minutes. Let’s raise a taco (or three) to keeping it simple — and tasty.

This article was created with a little help from ChatGPT, an AI tool by OpenAI.