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Easy Walking Tacos Recipe

All of your favorite taco fixings are packed into individual Frito bags for an easy on-the-go dinner that feeds a crowd. This walking tacos recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and is a fun and totally handheld meal for ball games, BBQs, potlucks, and more!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Main Meal
Cuisine: American
Keyword: walking tacos
Servings: 12
Author: Emily Richter

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 1.5 lbs. 85% ground beef
  • 1/2 yellow onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 4 oz. shredded cheddar cheese ~1 cup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup taco sauce
  • 12 individual-sized bags of Fritos

Instructions

  • Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet set over medium heat.
  • Once hot, add the ground beef and cook for 3-4 minutes.
  • Add the diced onion and continue cooking until the onion is translucent and the beef is cooked through, about 2-3 more minutes.
  • Mix in the taco seasoning and tomato sauce and cook for another minute.
    a pan with meat in it on a white surface.
  • Cut one side of each bag of chips (length-wise) to make a handheld "pocket."
  • Assemble the walking tacos: On top of the Fritos, layer 1/4 cup of taco meat, 1/3 cup of lettuce, 1 tablespoon of cheddar cheese, 1 tablespoon of sour cream, and 1 tablespoon of taco sauce. Repeat until all 12 tacos are assembled.
    three tacos in a white bowl with sour cream and limes.

Video

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Notes

  • Storage instructions: Transfer all walking taco components to individual airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days. When ready to serve leftovers, heat the seasoned beef and assemble.

Nutrition

Calories: 376kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 26g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g