Crunchy Corn Chip Tacos

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 2

Crunchy Corn Chip Tacos Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

575

Sugar

Fat

39g

Crunchy Corn Chip Tacos are a popular delicacy throughout North America, especially in Texas and California, where it is served in several restaurants. This dish is a blend of crispy corn chips, seasoned ground beef, and melted cheese. It's easy to make and can be served at a party or for a family dinner. This classic recipe is perfect for Taco Tuesday or any other day of the week when you want something quick, easy, and satisfying. The best thing about this dish is that it's versatile. You can modify the recipe to suit your taste by adding toppings like lettuce, tomato, guacamole, and salsa. You can also use chicken or tofu in place of beef, or make it vegetarian or vegan-friendly.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2.	In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef, breaking it up with a spatula until fully cooked.
3.	Add water and taco seasoning mix, stir to combine, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
4.	Pour half of the corn chips evenly into a baking dish.
5.	Spoon taco meat over the layer of corn chips.
6.	Sprinkle half of the cheese over the meat.
7.	Layer remaining chips over the cheese.
8.	Top with remaining cheese.
9.	Bake in preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, for about 10-15 minutes.

PROS

Crunchy Corn Chip Tacos are the perfect combination of crispy corn chips with seasoned ground beef.

The dish is easy to make, and it’s a crowd-pleaser at parties and family dinners.

CONS

The corn chips used in this recipe can be high in sodium, which, when coupled with the high-fat ground beef, makes this dish less healthy.

However, with moderation, this a delicious, indulgent recipe that can be enjoyed on occasion.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is rich in protein from the beef, which is essential for maintaining and repairing muscles and other body tissues.
The corn chips are a good source of carbohydrates, and the cheese contains calcium which is good for bones and teeth.

	1 pound ground beef
	3/4 cup water
	1 envelope taco seasoning mix
	5 taco shells
	2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend