Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish thoroughly.
- Mix the Bisquick and water in a bowl until a soft dough forms. Spray your fingers or a spatula lightly with non-stick cooking spray. Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Optional: Pre-bake the crust alone for 5 to 8 minutes to firm the surface before adding toppings.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with the diced onion and red bell pepper until the meat is fully cooked and the vegetables are softened, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain excess grease thoroughly.
- Stir the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water into the beef. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the meat evenly.
- Spread the seasoned beef mixture evenly over the biscuit dough. Scatter the drained Rotel tomatoes over the beef layer and spread to the edges.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, 1 cup of shredded cheddar, and drained green chiles until smooth. Spread evenly over the Rotel layer using the back of a spoon, working to the edges without pressing down into the layers below.
- Sprinkle a generous handful of extra shredded cheddar over the entire surface.
- Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until the cheese topping is bubbling across the surface and golden at the edges, and a toothpick inserted into the corner biscuit base comes out without raw dough.
- Remove from the oven and rest for 10 minutes before cutting. Use a flat metal spatula for clean, intact servings.
Notes
Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Flavor improves overnight. Reheat covered with foil at 325°F for 15 to 20 minutes or microwave at medium power in 60-second intervals. Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Substitutions: Use ground turkey or chicken to lighten. Two tubes of refrigerated pop-can biscuits pressed into a single sheet works in place of mixed dough. Use hot Rotel for more heat. Add a drained can of black beans to the beef layer for extra fiber. Serving: Top with fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños, or guacamole. Pairs well with Mexican street corn salad or refried beans. Pro tip: Drain Rotel and green chiles thoroughly to prevent a soggy biscuit base.
