4-Ingredient Taco Crescent Rolls: Quick and Easy Appetizer

Using only 4 ingredients, these Taco Crescent Rolls are perfect for quick weeknight dinners or as a game-day appetizer. Taco seasoned ground beef combined with your favorite salsa, stuffed inside a crescent roll! Add your favorite taco toppings and make these your own!

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If you need a quick meal option, snack, or appetizer, these Crescent Taco Rolls are just the thing to try! Flaky, buttery crescent rolls wrapped around taco seasoned ground beef and salsa that everyone will enjoy! Dip into some sour cream or homemade guacamole and you have an easy recipe everyone can enjoy in under 25 minutes!

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INGREDIENT NOTES FOR TACO STUFFED CRESCENT ROLLS

Here are some notes regarding the ingredients needed in this recipe. To see exact amounts and step by step directions, scroll to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

• Beef– you’ll need ground beef for this recipe, if desired, you can also use ground turkey or ground chicken.
• Taco Seasoning– I love using homemade taco seasoning since you can control what is in it and it takes only a few minutes to make. If using store bought, any taco seasoning mix works.
• Salsa– use your favorite salsa. Spicy, mild, chunky, smooth, it all works great.
• Crescent Rolls– for this recipe, you will want to use two packages of Pillsbury Crescent Rolls. Any brand works, however, I have found that Pillsbury doesn’t rip apart as easily and is easier to work with.

Exact Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef *or turkey
• 1 package taco seasoning * or 3 tablespoon homemade (see recipe in post above)
• 1/4 cup salsa
• 8 oz Pillsbury crescents

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HOW TO MAKE TACO CRESCENT ROLLS

1. In a large skillet, cook meat until no longer pink.
2. Drain fat and sprinkle in taco seasoning and salsa.
3. Stir until all is combined.
4. Unroll the crescent rolls and place about 3 tbsp. taco beef mixture onto wide part of crescent.
5. Roll crescent dough until closed and meat is inside.
6. Place on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven, 375 degrees, for about 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Remove and serve crescent roll tacos with favorite topping of choice!!

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VARIATIONS AND ADD ON’S

Here are some great ways to make this recipe your own:

• Add in half cup shredded cheese to the meat mixture. Shredded cheddar cheese or pepper jack are great options.
• Stir in 4 ounces cream cheese to the meat mixture to make the filling a bit more creamier.
• You can dip these crescents into guacamole, additional salsa, queso, sour cream, or taco sauce.
• Some great topping ideas are diced tomatoes, avocado, black olives, jalapenos, hot sauce, onion, green onions, chopped cilantro, or lettuce.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

CAN THESE BE MADE AHEAD OF TIME?

Absolutely! If you want to save on time, make the meat mixture early and simply stuff the crescents when ready to put in the oven. You can also wrap them in the crescents and refrigerate, but that will add a few minutes to the cook time.

CAN I ADD MORE INGREDIENTS TO THE MEAT MIXTURE?

For sure! However, don’t add too many ingredients to where it becomes difficult to roll the bundles up. You can sauté some diced onions, peppers, jalapenos, etc. and include them in the mixture. Even black beans are a great addition!

WHAT TOPPINGS SHOULD I ADD TO THESE PRIOR TO SERVING?

Have fun with it! Anything goes! Black olives, lettuce, sour cream, salsa, more cheese, tomatoes, avocados, etc. The possibilities are endless!

WHAT IF I DON’T HAVE ANY TACO SEASONING ON HAND?

No problem! Click HERE for a great “homemade” taco seasoning that is my go-to! I love being able to control the amounts of ingredients in my seasonings as well as the sodium levels! Same great taste!

CAN I MAKE THIS RECIPE VEGETARIAN?

Sure! Simply omit the meat and use a meat alternative such as Impossible meat, tofu, or soy chorizo.

HOW TO STORE AND REHEAT PILLSBURY TACO CRESCENT ROLLS

• Once fully cooled, you can store leftovers in an airtight container or bag in the refrigerator up to 5 days.
• To freeze, store in a freeze safe container up to 3 months. Allow to thaw before reheating.
• To reheat: place leftovers in an air fryer at 400 degrees for about 5 minutes or the oven under the broiler for a few minutes. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning. Using the oven or air fryer crisps them back up versus microwaving them and them becoming soft and squishy.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH TACO CRESCENT BITES

These taco bites can be served as a lunch, snack, dinner, game day appetizer, and pretty much any time. Add your favorite toppings and you’re set. To make this a more hearty meal, here are some great side options that pair perfectly:

• Mexican Street Corn Casserole
• Best Ever Refried Beans
• Mexican Rice
• Chips and Guacamole
• Queso and Chips
• Easy Layered Nacho Dip
• Charro Beans

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Frito Taco Crescent Roll Bake– a classic casserole-style dish that combines taco meat, cheese, and sour cream nestled between layers of fluffy crescent rolls and topped with crunchy corn Frito’s.

Taco Cornbread Casserole– ground beef, chili beans, and cheese, all under a layer of Jiffy cornbread! Perfect for busy weeknight dinners, this simple casserole is comfort food at its finest!

Tex Mex Lasagna– layers of tortillas, seasoned beef, cheese, Pico de Gallo, and salsa in one tasty dish!