Walking Taco Recipe with Fritos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
847 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Walking Taco Recipe with Fritos
Description
The recipe begins by browning ground beef with diced onions to build a savory base. Tomato sauce and crushed tomatoes add moisture and acidity, while garlic salt, chili powder, cumin, and black pepper infuse the mixture with traditional taco seasoning flavors. Beef broth loosens the chili to a sauce consistency, which is reheated briefly to combine flavors.
Instead of assembling on plates or tortillas, spooning the chili into a small bag of Fritos allows the crunchy corn chips to double as the serving vessel and side, preventing dishware usage. The shredded cheddar cheese topping melts slightly on the warm chili, adding richness and texture contrast. This handheld style delivers a layered savory, cheesy, and crunchy eating experience.
The recipe encourages personal toppings such as sour cream, red onions, or jalapeños, enhancing flavor and texture variety. Its setup is practical for casual get-togethers, picnics, or quick family meals where minimal cleanup is desired.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1/2 onion diced
- 1 tomato sauce 15 oz. can
- 1 crushed tomatoes 15 oz. can
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 2 Tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup beef broth
- 6 Frito corn chips mini bags, in bags
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef and onion in a skillet until brown. Drain the excess grease.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, garlic salt, chili powder, cumin, pepper and beef broth.
- Heat uncovered for 3-5 minutes until the flavors are combined.
- Cut open the top of the Frito corn chips.
- Spoon the chili mixture into the bag and top with the shredded cheddar cheese Enjoy!
Notes
- Add sour cream, diced red onions, or sliced jalapeños on top to customize flavors.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 847 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 847kcal | 42% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 59g | 91% |
| Saturated Fat | 22g | 110% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 147mg | 49% |
| Sodium | 1227mg | 51% |
| Potassium | 626mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1180IU | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 413mg | 41% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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