Taco Dip Recipe

This taco dip recipe is inspired by a dear friend from Pure Barre who introduced it at a gathering years ago, sparking countless laughs over my repeated attempts to find the recipe and not being able to locate it each time. Now it finally has a permanent home! It’s a flavorful, naturally gluten free taco dip (be sure to use a GF taco seasoning and check all other labels), and pairs perfectly with chips or your favorite dippers. Easy to make and clean up, it’s a true crowd-pleaser. And while this recipe doesn’t require a stovetop-to-oven pan like this one, it makes cleanup even easier to keep it all in one place from start to finish.

Taco Dip

By: Alli Heiman | AllisAppetite

Prep Time: 15 min

Cook Time: 10 min

Serves: 4

US Wellness Meats Shopping List:

• 85% Lean Ground Beef
• Primal Palate Taco Seasoning
• Beef Bone Broth
• Monterey Jack Cheese

Ingredients:

• 1 lb 85% Lean Ground Beef – US Wellness Meats
• 2 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1/2 Yellow Onion, chopped
• 2 Tbsp Taco Seasoning – Primal Palate
• 1/2 cup Beef Bone Broth
• 1/2 cup Crushed Tomatoes, canned crushed or diced tomatoes both work!
• 1 Salt and Pepper, to taste
• 2 cup Monterey Jack Cheese, shredded (can use your fav blend!)
• Green Onion (Scallion), optional, chopped for garnish
• Cilantro, optional, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
2. In a cast iron pan, heat 2 tsp of olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and chopped yellow onion, cooking until the meat is no longer pink. If desired, season with salt and pepper.
3. Drain any excess fat from the pan. Pour in the beef broth and sprinkle the taco seasoning over the meat. Mix well and let it simmer on low for about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, ensuring they are well incorporated.
5. If you’re using a cast iron pan, spread the shredded cheese evenly over the meat mixture. If not, transfer the meat mixture to an oven-safe baking dish before adding the cheese.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. If desired, garnish with chopped green onions and cilantro. Serve warm and enjoy!

Chef’s Note: While using a cast iron pan for this recipe makes the transition from stovetop to oven seamless, it’s not required. You can absolutely cook the meat on the stovetop and later transfer it to an oven-safe baking dish before going to melt the cheese, if preferred! If you want to jazz this dip up even more, you can add more garnishes like pickled or fresh jalapeños, sour cream, olives, lettuce, and tomatoes! If tortilla chips aren’t your thing, you can opt for a grain-free chip, or choose sturdy veggies like carrots or celery.

A huge thank you to our May 2025 Featured Chef, Alli Heiman, for sharing this delish taco recipe—we’re still dreaming about those flavors! Want more mouthwatering inspo? Head over to our Discover Blog for recipes, tips, and so much more.