Planning taco night? Whether it’s a family dinner or a casual gathering, a well-stocked grocery list ensures everything comes together quickly, deliciously, and without last-minute trips to the store. This list is built to feed four people generously, with leftovers possible depending on how you portion. You can easily scale it up or down.
Let’s make this easy.
Proteins (Choose One or More)
For classic beef tacos:
- 1 to 1.25 lb ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
- Taco seasoning (1 packet or homemade)
For chicken tacos:
- 25 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- Garlic, lime, cumin, chile powder for marinade
For veggie tacos:
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 bell pepper (any color)
- 1 can black beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 1 red onion
Tortillas
- 2 packs of First Bake fresh flour tortillas (8-count each)
- These are soft, fresh, and flexible. Perfect for wraps, folds, and skillet-to-table cooking.
Toppings & Fillings
- 1 cup shredded lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
- 1 to 1.5 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 avocado or guacamole (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- Fresh cilantro (1 small bunch)
- 1 lime (cut into wedges)
- Jalapeño (optional, thinly sliced)
- Pickled onions (optional)
Sauces & Extras
- Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- Hot sauce or salsa (jarred or homemade)
- First Bake’s house-made salsa (if available)
- Olive oil or avocado oil for cooking
- Salt, pepper, garlic powder, chile powder (if not pre-seasoned)
Sides (Optional but Recommended)
- 1 bag tortilla chips
- 1 jar salsa or queso dip
- 2 cups cooked rice (for rice bowls or burritos)
- 1 can refried beans or seasoned black beans
Drinks (Optional)
- Sparkling water, agua fresca, or Mexican sodas
- Beer or margarita mix (for adults)
Prep Tips
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet for 15 to 20 seconds per side before serving.
- Chop toppings in advance and serve taco bar style for easy assembly.
- Double the protein if you’re making tacos and burrito bowls.
With a clean list and quality ingredients, taco night becomes more than a meal. It becomes a tradition. Start with good tortillas and build from there.
Need tortillas? Order First Bake fresh flour tortillas here.
