Cheesy Layered Taco Dip
Cheesy Layered Taco Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser—warm, flavorful, and guaranteed to vanish fast! Packed with seasoned meat, creamy beans, zesty salsa, melted cheese, and all your favorite toppings, this dip is perfect for game day, parties, or casual snacking. Just like Cowboy Guacamole and Beef & Bean Taco Cups, it’s a go-to favorite when snacks need to shine!
Whether you’re throwing a Super Bowl bash or keeping things low-key at home, this dip delivers bold layers of flavor that’ll keep everyone dipping back for more—just like Chili Con Queso.
💡 Why You’ll Love This Dip
This quick and easy taco dip is a fantastic appetizer that can be prepped ahead and baked just before serving. It’s ideal for taco night with a twist or feeding a hungry crowd on football Sundays. If you’re after something a little more filling, my Oven Baked BBQ Ribs never disappoint either.
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Ground beef: Ground turkey or chicken are great alternatives.
- Taco seasoning: Use a store-bought packet or try homemade for added control over flavor.
- Refried beans: Jalapeño-flavored canned beans add extra spice, or stick with traditional or refried black beans.
- Salsa: Thick salsa works best to avoid a runny dip.
- Cheese: A mix of cheddar and pepper jack is delicious, but any melting cheese works.
- Olives: Sliced black olives add a salty, savory bite.
- Onions: Red onions add a pop of color and flavor, but white onions are a fine substitute.
- Chips: Tortilla chips or Fritos are the perfect vehicles for scooping.
👨🍳 How to Make It
- Cook the Beef
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the ground beef until fully cooked, then drain off the excess fat. - Add Seasoning
Stir in taco seasoning and mix well to coat the meat. - Layer It Up
In an oven-safe skillet or casserole dish, spread a layer of refried beans across the bottom. - Add Salsa
Spoon a layer of salsa evenly over the beans. - Top with Beef
Spread the seasoned ground beef over the salsa layer. - Finish with Cheese
Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheese on top. Bake until hot and bubbly. - Garnish and Serve
Once baked, top with olives, chopped onions, or any other favorite toppings. Serve immediately with chips.
🔥 Pro Tips
- Shred your own cheese for better melt and flavor—pre-shredded cheese can have anti-caking agents that affect texture.
- Use a cast-iron skillet if possible—it holds heat well and keeps the dip warm longer.
- Great for leftovers—a perfect way to use up extra taco meat from earlier in the week.
