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Crispy Walking Tacos in Bags

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Crispy walking tacos in bags are a fun, crowd-pleasing party snack featuring seasoned ground beef, crunchy corn chips, and customizable toppings served right in individual chip bags. Perfect for game day, potlucks, or casual gatherings, these tacos are easy to make and guaranteed to be a hit.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (about 2 tbsp)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 8 small bags (about 1 oz each) corn chips (Fritos or Doritos)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Salsa or pico de gallo (to taste)
  • Hot sauce (optional)

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Prepare toppings and set up bowls for each.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (optional, for crisping chips).
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook for 3-4 minutes, breaking it up.
  4. Add diced onion and cook 2 more minutes until softened.
  5. Stir in garlic, tomato paste, and taco seasoning. Cook another minute.
  6. Add water, stir, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until beef is cooked and sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
  7. Remove from heat and cover to keep warm.
  8. Optional: Spread chip bags on a baking sheet and warm in the oven for 2-3 minutes.
  9. Open chip bags with scissors or tear the top off.
  10. Spoon about 1/4 cup taco meat into each bag.
  11. Let guests add cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, and other toppings as desired.
  12. Serve with spoons or forks, and enjoy directly from the bag.

Notes

For extra crunch, crisp chip bags in the oven for 2-3 minutes before assembling. Set up a toppings bar for easy customization. Use plant-based meat or beans for vegetarian guests, and dairy-free cheese/yogurt for vegan adaptation. Prep meat and toppings ahead, but assemble just before serving for best texture.

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Keywords: walking tacos, game day snacks, party food, crispy tacos, taco in a bag, easy entertaining, kid friendly, tailgate recipe

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