Walking Tacos are a fun and easy meal perfect for gatherings or quick family dinners. This recipe allows you to enjoy the flavors of tacos in a portable and mess-free way. You can even customize them with various toppings to satisfy everyone’s tastes. If you love the idea of tacos but want something different, try making easy shrimp tacos for a twist!
Why Make This Recipe
These fun tacos are incredibly versatile and require minimal cleanup. The concept is simple: you serve the taco ingredients directly in a bag of corn chips. This method makes Walking Tacos not only convenient but also a hit at parties or picnics. They are great for kids and adults alike, offering a delicious meal that can be made in under an hour. Additionally, you can try pairing these with blackened shrimp tacos with pineapple salsa for a unique flavor combination.
How to Make Walking Tacos
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 1.25 ounce packet taco seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 10 ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilis
- 1 15 ounce can Ranch Style beans
- 6 1 ounce packages corn chips
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Sliced green onions, for serving
Directions:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles. Drain if necessary.
- Stir in the taco seasoning mix, pepper, diced tomatoes, and beans.
- Bring the mixture to a boil; simmer uncovered for 20 minutes or until it thickens, stirring occasionally.
- Just before serving, open the corn chip bags, add the beef mixture, and top with desired toppings. Serve immediately.
How to Serve Walking Tacos
To serve Walking Tacos, simply open a bag of corn chips and fill it with the beef mixture. You can let everyone customize their own with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and sliced green onions. This makes it easy to share and enjoy creamy cheddar ranch chicken tacos with friends and family too!
How to Store Walking Tacos
If you have any leftover beef mixture, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep well for about three days. You can reheat the mixture and serve it again in fresh corn chips. Avoid storing the corn chips with the beef to keep them crunchy.
Tips to Make Walking Tacos
When making Walking Tacos, feel free to get creative with your toppings. You can use olives, jalapeños, or even fresh avocado for added flavor and texture. Experimenting with different kinds of chips can also change the experience—try nacho cheese or barbecue-flavored chips for a fun twist. Alongside, serve with crispy chicken wonton tacos for more variety!
Variation
You can easily modify this recipe for different preferences. For a vegetarian option, replace the ground beef with lentils or black beans. This keeps the meal hearty but caters to those who avoid meat. Additionally, you can try using turkey or chicken instead of beef for a healthier alternative.
FAQs
What are Walking Tacos?
Walking Tacos are a fun way to enjoy tacos by serving taco ingredients in a bag of corn chips.
Can I make Walking Tacos vegetarian?
Yes! You can substitute the meat with ingredients like lentils or black beans.
How do I prevent soggy chips?
Keep the beef mixture separate until serving to ensure the chips stay crispy.
Conclusion
Walking Tacos are not only a delicious meal but also an easy option for parties or casual get-togethers. For more creative variations on this dish, explore recipes like the Quick & Easy Walking Tacos Recipe or check out Walking Tacos Recipe – Allrecipes. You might also enjoy trying a different take on this fun taco style with Walking Taco | The Girl Who Ate Everything. Enjoy your meal!
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Walking Tacos
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Description
Walking Tacos are a fun and easy meal perfect for gatherings, offering a delicious way to enjoy tacos in a portable format.
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 1.25 ounce packet taco seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 10 ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilis
- 1 15 ounce can Ranch Style beans
- 6 1 ounce packages corn chips
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Sliced green onions, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the ground beef and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles. Drain if necessary.
- Stir in the taco seasoning mix, pepper, diced tomatoes, and beans.
- Bring the mixture to a boil; simmer uncovered for 20 minutes or until it thickens, stirring occasionally.
- Just before serving, open the corn chip bags, add the beef mixture, and top with desired toppings. Serve immediately.
Notes
Feel free to customize your toppings to suit different tastes. Store leftover beef mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 73mg