Walking Tacos

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Walking Tacos​

Author:Chef Jessica Anne
Published: 07/15/2020
Updated: 06/20/2024
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Portable and perfect as a snack, appetizer or party dish, Walking Tacos are all the rage and totally delicious! Just pile taco toppings on top of your favorite bag of chips!

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What is a Walking Taco?​

I had no clue when I first heard the term. I figured it referred to a taco cartoon character with legs. But I was corrected and now I’m here to share my portable taco knowledge.
Walking tacos are simply all the ingredients for tacos, ground beef seasoned with taco seasoning, in a convenient bag. They are eaten with a spoon, fork or spork, if you are lucky enough to get your hands on some! Almost like a Frito Pie.
This makes them superior to the classic crunchy taco. We’ve all been there. You nosh into your hot , crispy taco shell to find fresh, luscious lettuce, taco meat and more and what happens? The whole shell breaks. Not just into your mouth, but the rest of it too and now you’ve got a taco salad. Not a bad thing, but not what you wanted.

Why You’ll Love This Walking Tacos Recipe​

There are so many reasons to love this fun taco recipe, but here are a few of our favorites.

• Portable – Not only are they a breeze to walk around with, but it makes for easy clean up too. Just throw the bag of chips away when you’re done eating!
• Make it your own – Switch things up by changing the meat, and add even more variety with lots of topping ideas.
• A fun twist – Everyone loves a fun taco night, but these walking tacos make thing even more fun.

Ingredients​

Besides the toppings, the ingredient list for these walking tacos is relatively short.

• Small bags of chips – Instead of a bowl, you add the taco meat right to the bag of chips! Fritos or Doritos seem to be the most popular. But you can also use regular tortilla chips.
• Ground beef – I prefer to use lean ground beef. You might need a little oil in the skillet if it’s very lean.
• Taco seasoning – You can either make homemade taco seasoning, you buy a packet from the store.
• Thick and chunky salsa – In addition to the taco seasoning, I like to add salsa to my taco meat. It adds texture and flavor.

Variations​

There are plenty of ways you can make these walking tacos your own. Here are a few suggestions.

• Meat – Instead of using lean ground beef, you could use ground turkey, ground chicken or even shredded chicken.
• Chips – While I like to use a small chip bag like cool ranch doritos or nacho cheese doritos, you can make your own bag with a ziplock bag and regular corn chips.
• Toppings – Of course, the usual toppings like shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese and sour cream are a given, but try mixing it up with different vegetables like bell pepper, or even a squeeze of lime juice.
• Walking taco bar – If you’re having a party, set up a little taco bar and allow your guests to build their own walking taco.

How to Make Walking Tacos​

Simply make the taco meat, prep your toppings and you are well on your way to enjoying your walking tacos.

1. Cook ground beef. Add ground beef to a large skillet, using vegetable oil, if needed. If using lean beef oil will be necessary. Cook until no pink remains.
2. Drain. Drain the grease and return to the skillet.
3. Mix in seasoning and salsa. Add beef back into pan and mix with taco seasoning and salsa, stir well until fully coated.
4. Serve with chips and toppings. Serve immediately with bags of Fritos or Doritos and toppings of your choice.

What to Serve with Easy Walking Tacos Recipe​

These walking tacos are great as a main dish for taco night. You can serve them with things like spanish rice and refried beans.
The topping options are endless. Some of our favorite taco toppings include:

• Shredded cheese
• Sour cream
• Crema Mexicana
• Sweet Sriracha Sour Cream
• Lettuce- iceberg works best
• Tomatoes
• Black beans

• Refried Beans
• Mexican Rice
• Taco Meat
• Chili Cheese Dip
• Salsa Verde
• Ranchero Sauce

• Fresh or Pickled Jalapenos
• Green onions (scallions)
• Sliced Black Olives
• Salsa
• Avocado
• Pico de Gallo
• Fresh Cilantro

Once you’ve got your toppings figured out, it follows like an assembly line from there. You start with your bag of chips. Put your taco m eat on top (you could even use shredded chicken instead of or as well as beef.)

Storage and Freezing​

How to Store Leftover Walking Tacos​

Once a walking taco is assembled, it needs to be consumed; otherwise, the chips will become soggy. You can, however, store the items separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.

Can I Freeze Walking Tacos?​

You can certainly freeze the taco meat! Cook it and allow it to cool. Then place it in an airtight container or plastic bag. Freeze for up to six months.

More Taco Night Recipes​

There’s nothing I love more than a good taco night, and there’s so many ways to do it! Here are a few of our favorite recipes.

• Easy Taco Bake Casserole
• Shrimp Tacos
• Taco Hamburgers

• Easy Birria Tacos
• Shrimp Tostada Recipe
• Arepas con Queso

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Jalapeno Lime Flank Steak Tacos​

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Best Breakfast Tacos​

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Walking Taco​

4.55 from 42 votes
Portable & perfect as a snack, appetizer or party dish, Walking Tacos are totally delicious! Just pile taco toppings on top of your favorite bag of chips!
Prep Time:20minutes mins
Cook Time:5minutes mins
Total Time:25minutes mins
Servings: –+
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Equipment​

• Cutting Board
• Knives
• Favorite Storage Containers
• Ground Beef Chopper
• Large Cast Iron Skillet
• Food Gloves

Ingredients​

Tacos:​

• 16 Small bags of Fritos or Doritos
• 1 pound ground beef
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning or 1 packet (1 ounce)
• 1 1/2 cups thick and chunky salsa

Toppings:​

• Cheese
• Sour cream
• Lettuce
• Tomatoes
• Black beans
• Jalapeno , sliced
• Green onions
• Black olives , sliced
• Avocado
• Salsa
• Pico de Gallo

Instructions​

• Add ground beef to a large skillet, using vegetable oil, if needed. If using lean beef (turkey or chicken) oil will be necessary. Cook until no pink remains.
• Drain and return to the skillet.
• Add beef back into pan and mix with taco seasoning and salsa, stir well until fully coated.
• Serve immediately with bags of Fritos or Doritos and toppings of your choice.

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Nutrition​

Calories: 285 kcal, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Protein: 5 g, Fat: 6 g, Saturated Fat: 2 g, Cholesterol: 20 mg, Sodium: 222 mg, Potassium: 148 mg, Fiber: 1 g, Sugar: 1 g, Vitamin A: 146 IU, Vitamin C: 1 mg, Calcium: 14 mg, Iron: 1 mg
Author: Jessica Formicola
Calories: 285
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: walking taco
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Chef Jessica Anne Formicola​

Jessica the mom, wife and chef behind Savory Experiments. You might see her on the Emmy- nominated TV show Plate It! or on bookshelves as a cookbook author. Jessica is a Le Cordon Bleu certified recipe developer and regularly contributed to Parade, Better Homes & Gardens, The Daily Meal, Mashed and more!
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Questions and Reviews​

1. suja md says:
   July 8, 2024 at 1:13 pm
   
   
   Outstanding recipe thanks so much! tasted so much good!
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2. Adriana says:
   June 14, 2022 at 10:40 am
   Any suggestions on how to keep the taco meat warm?
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   1. Jessica Formicola says:
      June 14, 2022 at 4:40 pm
      Slow cooker on low!
      Reply
3. Chef Dennis says:
   March 9, 2021 at 12:53 am
   I am so excited to make this!
   Reply
4. Addison says:
   March 8, 2021 at 9:30 pm
   These used to be my favorite growing up! So yummy!
   Reply
5. Michelle says:
   February 7, 2021 at 4:52 pm
   That’s called a frito boat
   Reply
   1. Jessica Formicola says:
      February 7, 2021 at 9:24 pm
      I’ve never hear dit called that before- I love it!
      Reply
6. Kathryn D says:
   July 20, 2020 at 10:00 am
   LOVED this recipe!! It reminded me of Frito boats These are so fun and can’t wait to make them again!
   Reply
7. Angela says:
   July 20, 2020 at 9:55 am
   My kids loved this because it was tasty and fun. I loved this because it was so easy with very little clean up.
   Reply
8. Pam Greer says:
   July 20, 2020 at 9:49 am
   How fun are these!! I love how easy they are and they are perfect for eating and watching TV!
   Reply
9. Jen says:
   July 20, 2020 at 9:06 am
   My kids are absolutely going to love this! Such a fun twist to our Taco Tuesday dinner routine.
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10. Marie-Charlotte Chatelain says:
    July 20, 2020 at 8:37 am
    Now this is my kind of crazy! LOVE the idea!
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Chef Jessica Anne Formicola​

Welcome! While I might look like I have it all together, I am most likely strutting around my kitchen in yoga pants, drinking wine and jamming to 80’s music creating restaurant worthy recipes. Find me as a judge on the Emmy- nominated TV show Plate It! or on bookshelves as a cookbook author.
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