Taco Ranch Bites
Ingredients
- 12 mini tortilla scoops or cup-shaped tortilla chips
- ½ pound ground beef
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2 tablespoons water
- ½ cup shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
- 2 tablespoons diced jalapeños optional
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro optional
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Drain any excess grease and add taco seasoning and water, stirring until well combined.
- Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Place the mini tortilla cups on a baking sheet.
- Spoon the seasoned beef mixture evenly into each tortilla cup.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Drizzle each bite with ranch dressing.
- Top with sour cream, diced tomatoes, green onions, and jalapeños if using.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
For a spicier version, add a few dashes of hot sauce or use pepper jack cheese.
Swap ground beef for shredded chicken or ground turkey for a different flavor.
Make them extra crunchy by lightly baking the tortilla cups before filling them.
These bites can be prepped ahead of time and assembled just before serving.
Swap ground beef for shredded chicken or ground turkey for a different flavor.
Make them extra crunchy by lightly baking the tortilla cups before filling them.
These bites can be prepped ahead of time and assembled just before serving.
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