Taco Tuesday Upgrade: 15 Incredible Taco Recipes

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Taco Tuesday may be my favorite meal night of all! If I am honest, I love Mexican food and anything Mexican inspired. Imagine transforming all the brilliant, vibrant colors of Mexico into culinary adventures. All the Mexican spirit transmogrified into a meal. These recipes should have a permanent place on your Taco Tuesday rotation.

In this collection, I put together 15 Incredible Taco Recipes that take the ordinary and make Taco Tuesdays extraordinary. These recipes are so easy and bring all the flavor. From options with every meat available-steak, pork, chicken, fish and shrimp, to vegetarian options, there is something here for even the pickiest palate.

Halloween Taco Dip

On a black tablecloth with spider web designs on it, there is an orange piece of material on the right hand side and a glass dish with taco dip. The dip has a round border made of cheese, tomatoes, lettuce and black olives. In the middle there is guacamole that has a spider web drawn on it with sourcream and a spider made from a cut up black olive. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

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This creepy Halloween Taco Dip that looks like a spider web is one of my favorite Halloween recipes for parties. It only takes minutes to make and is always a crowd pleaser. Take one of your favorite party dishes and turn it around to make something fun for the holiday or even incorporate it into your Taco Tuesday rotation this Fall. This dip will always be a sure winner.

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Taco Egg Rolls

A very close up picture of egg rolls. The egg roll closest to the foreground of the picture has been cut so that you can see inside it. Ground beef, cheese and green herbs are visible in the closest egg roll. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

These Taco Egg Rolls are the perfect fusion recipe, combining Asian and Mexican inspirations in a crispy and flavorful appetizer. Taco egg rolls are a fun and delicious way to enjoy tacos and egg rolls in one bite. They are crispy, cheesy, and savory. The best part is that they only take 15 minutes to make. Be sure to add these to your Taco Tuesday rotation!

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Taco in a Bag (Walking Tacos)

A close up of a bag of chips that has been rolled down on itself so that the silver inside of the bag is visible. In the bag there are tortilla chips, ground beef, cheese, tomato, lettuce and onions. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

These are a fun, portable, and utterly delicious twist on classic regular tacos. A great way to switch up Taco Tuesday night. Taco in a Bag is essentially a deconstructed taco served in a single-serving bag of chips. The beauty of walking tacos lies in their simplicity. There are no hard rules – just toss your favorite taco fillings into a bag of chips and enjoy! While they share a lot of the same ingredients, the taco is considered a whole meal and a nacho is usually an appetizer or shareable snack. They are perfect for parties, picnics, game days, or just a fun way to enjoy a taco without the fuss of plates, utensils, or cleanup.

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Loaded Taco Bites

A very close up picture of a single Phyllo dough shell that is filled with ground beef, cheese, lettuce, a cherry tomato, a black olive and topped with sour cream. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Although they may be small, these Loaded Taco Bites are bursting with flavor! While this finger food may not exactly be authentic Mexican cuisine, it’s still a great snack for Taco Tuesday or even Cinco de Mayo. These homemade fun and festive beef taco bites are the perfect appetizer for game day or your next party. Just like a full-sized taco, these little bites are made with beef, cheese, and all your favorite toppings.

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Egg and Sausage Tacos

A close up of three tacos stacked horizontally with the middle taco in focus. The edges of the tacos are browned and are filled generously with eggs, breakfast sausage, cheese, diced tomatoes and cilantro. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Egg and Sausage Tacos are the perfect easy recipe for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Filled with lots of refreshing ingredients, you’ll love these breakfast tacos at any time of day. Sauté some sausage and eggs, along with all your favorite ingredients, to make this easy recipe. These tasty sausage tacos made with scrambled eggs, shredded cheese, and all your favorite toppings are incredibly easy to make and are full of the best Mexican flavors.

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Steak Street Tacos

On a white plate, three tacos stacked horizontally with wedges of lime decorating the plate in the top left corner. There are grill marks on the tacos and they are filled with strips of steak, diced tomatoes, purple onions and cilantro. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Steak Street Tacos take two amazing things; grilled steak and Mexican flavors. Combine these two items into one amazing dish that is bursting with flavor. These Steak Street Tacos start with grilled and sliced steak, a marinade and some searing to impact a charred flavor on the grill. Top these tacos with additional fresh herbs, such as Cilantro, Oregano, Parsley or Thyme, a squeeze of fresh lime and voila, you have the most decadent Taco Tuesday dish!

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Pulled Pork Tacos

On a white plate, a filled taco with another one in the foreground and a wedge of lime on the right hand side of the plate. The taco is filled with pork and topped with coleslaw and peach barbecue sauce. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Carnitas means “little meats” in Spanish. Carnitas is what you get when you simmer pork with seasonings infusing it with deep, savory goodness until you can shred the pork up. When it’s done cooking, it is then roasted to get a nice crisp. Shake up these delicious tacos by adding even more spices. Make a blend of your favorite spices to add more flavor. These Pulled Pork Tacos only take 15 minutes of work. They’re easy and so delicious!

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Shrimp Mango Salsa Tacos

On a wooden surface, there is a close up of three tacos stacked horizontally with a lime wedge in the bottom left hand corner. The tacos have browned edges and are filled with coleslaw and topped with shrimp and cilantro leaves. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Shrimp Mango Salsa Tacos are high in protein and ready in minutes. The mango and peach salsa is sweet, a tad spicy and is the perfect accompaniment to the shrimp. Truly, a great make ahead recipe. The salsa can be made up to 5 days in advance and stored in an airtight container in the fridge. The slaw can also be made in advance and stored in a bowl and wrapped tightly with plastic wrap or in an airtight container. These tacos are a decadent and healthy way to have your favorite Taco Tuesday dinners.

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Orange Lime Halibut Fish Tacos

On a white plate, four tacos are tightly stacked horizontally with wedges of lime decorating the plate in the bottom right corner. The tacos are filled with grilled white fish, onion, cilantro and a white dressing. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Orange Lime Halibut Fish Tacos are for people who love tropical flavors infused into their tacos. These Orange Lime Halibut Fish Tacos have a texture and flavor that can not be beaten. It is so beautifully light and delicate but at the same time so full of flavor. It is the perfect dish for people who want fish tacos but hate greasy fried fish.

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Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken Tacos

Three tacos tightly stacked together on a white wax paper background. The tacos are filled with shredded chicken in red sauce, diced tomatoes, diced onions, diced avocados and cilantro. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Chicken Tacos combine tender chicken with a variety of mouth-watering spices to make a delicious dinner full of Mexican-inspired flavors. These crockpot Mexican chicken tacos are filled with tangy salsa and flavorful chicken. The use of the slow cooker will make the chicken so tender that it falls apart easily. Pop all the ingredients into your crockpot and let it do the hard work for you.

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Layered Taco Dip

A close up of a white baking dish filled with dip and topped with grated cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, halved black olives and shredded lettuce. In the top left of the picture there is a wooden spoon inserted in the dip. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Taco layer dip is popular across the United States and often appears in Tex-Mex cuisine. It appears to have been invented in Texas, but has variants across the country. Layered Taco Dip is a summer party favorite and goes great with tortilla chips. Make this simple crowd pleaser ahead of time for your next gathering. Assemble the dip up to 4 hours in advance, as this allows the flavors to meld together perfectly. Just keep it covered in the refrigerator until serving time. If you prefer a cold and refreshing dip, you can assemble it the night before.

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Taco Stuffed Meatballs

A very close up picture of meatballs on a white background. The meatball closest to the foreground of the picture has been halved so that you can see inside it. Melted cheese oozes out of the middle of the meatball. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

These mouth-watering taco-stuffed meatballs are an easy and fun way to spice up your dinner routine! Taco meatballs combine the savory flavors of ground beef, and the bold taste of traditional taco seasoning, and are stuffed with a surprise burst of gooey cheese in the center. Not only are these meatballs delicious, but they are also incredibly versatile. No matter how you choose to make them, these taco-stuffed meatballs are a delicious and satisfying way to switch up your usual dinner choices.

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Chicken Picadillo Taco Salad

On a white plate, there are tortilla chips making a circle around the rim of the plate. On the inside there is a salad made of lettuce, ground chicken, green onions, diced olives, diced potatoes, diced tomatoes, cilantro and topped with grated cheese. To the right of the plate there is a set of wooden salad servers on a dark red and white striped tea towel. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Get ready to enjoy a fresh and satisfying salad that will keep everyone at the table asking for more! When it comes to easy and delicious meals, our Chicken Picadillo Taco Salad takes the cake. This picadillo taco salad combines tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, and briny olives that create a harmonious blend of savory and tangy flavors. Whether you’re seeking an easy weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing dish for gatherings, this recipe will delight your taste buds and solve your dinner dilemmas with ease.

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Black Bean Taco Stuffed Peppers

Placed in the middle of a white speckled plate are two green peppers. On the bottom right hand corner of the picture the tines of a gold fork are visible. The peppers have the tops cut off and are filled with rice, black beans and topped with melted cheese. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Move this great Meatless Monday dish to your Taco Tuesday lineup. You will love these amazing bell peppers that are packed with nutrients. Black Bean Taco Stuffed Peppers has a mouth-watering southwestern flare. These Taco Peppers are a decadent twist on classic stuffed peppers! Whether you make these Black Bean Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers to have a meatless meal or make this recipe for a vegetarian guest, everyone will love them!

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Slow Cooker Taco Chili Recipe

A close up of a bowl of chili that is topped with grated cheese, tortilla strips and green onions. Tasty ground beef is visible and red beans. In the top left hand of the picture a silver utensil has been inserted into the chili. — Image Credit: It Is a Keeper

Slow Cooker Taco Chili Recipe is that easy recipe that you can throw into your crockpot and you know that dinner is going to be delicious and so easy. This Slow Cooker Taco Chili Recipe is warm, satisfying and perfect for any day of the week. It is a great dump and go meal that everyone will enjoy. That is what I call a win!

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