Think taco seasoning is just for tacos? Think again! Taco seasoning is a quick store-bought hack that makes cooking so much easier. It’s so convenient, you’ll want to use it in all of your dishes. Though it varies among brands, the standard taco seasoning is a blend of chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Having one of these packets makes seasoning a breeze. Never again will you be searching through your cabinets, all of the right spices are portioned out and ready to go. Better yet, taco seasoning isn’t just for tacos. Whether it be pasta or protein, taco seasoning adds that extra bit of flavor that wakes your tastes buds up. Try any of these six taco seasoned recipes below, and you’ll be guaranteed a delicious and flavorful meal!

Tex-Mex Hash Brown Casserole


Are you ready for some real Tex-Mex flavor that makes for the yummiest thing you’ll eat all week? We’ve got a taco hash brown casserole that combines our love of all things tacos and transforms it into a dish that can feed a crowd without you having to individually wrap each delicious taco. Now that really is beautiful. This dish has ground beef, veggies, cream cheese – it bakes up way smoother and tangier than crema – plus it’s got potato perfection in their thanks to the hash brown top layer. You don’t even know how good this stuff is!

8-Can Chicken Taco Soup


Nothing is better than having a recipe that basically cooks itself, right? That’s basically what this 8-can chicken soup is like. If it weren’t clear from the name, the crux of this soup is comprised of eight different cans of assorted ingredients. Beans, corn, tomatoes, chicken and green chiles are some of the many things tucked away into this soup, but our favorite part, apart from the flavor and how filling it is, is the fact that it can be made in as long as it takes you to bring it to a boil. We’re talking under 20 minutes – victory!

Ranch Taco Pasta Salad


While there’s nothing wrong with a classic, I love to mix things up a bit! So, if you’re looking to break out of the traditional pasta salad mold, I’ve got you covered. This Ranch Taco Pasta Salad is loaded with spices, veggies, pasta, cheese, and of course, ranch! What’s not to love about that combo?

Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats


I’ve been trying to eat a little healthier these days, so when I discovered a zucchini taco recipe, I just had to give it a shot! Here’s my twist on the delightful recipe. I bet you’ll love this one as much as regular tacos, and you don’t even have to feel guilty about indulging!

Cheesy Taco Lasagna


Tacos, or lasagna? That’s a difficult choice! On one hand, you have spiced beef and cheese rolled up into a soft tortilla. On the other hand, you have layers of cheese, meet, and carbs. Why, oh why must we decide between the two?
Now, you don’t have to. Presenting: Cheesy Taco Lasagna. This dish leans more on the taco side with its seasonings and flavor profile, but that doesn’t mean it’s not overflowing with delicious cheese! This layered taco dish will satisfy your taco night craving while keeping things interesting.

One Pan Taco Chicken Bake


I’m always looking for easy meals that pack a flavorful punch. And if they happen to be a “dump everything into a casserole dish and bake” meal, then all the better! Not only is this dish simple to prepare with hardly any prep time involved, but it’s on the healthier side. You can make it even healthier by replacing the sour cream with plain Greek yogurt. Let’s take a look and see how easy this meal is to prepare!