What's the best way to crush the chips in the bag?

Gently squeeze and press the sealed bag from the outside until chips are broken into bite-size pieces—avoid pulverizing them into dust.

Can I use a different type of chip?

Yes, any sturdy corn chip works. Fritos give a salty crunch, Doritos add a cheese or nacho flavor, and tortilla chips are a classic choice.

How do I keep the chips from getting soggy?

Let the seasoned beef cool slightly before spooning it into the bag, and don't let assembled tacos sit for more than 10 minutes before eating.

Can I make this in a slow cooker?

Brown the beef and sauté aromatics first, then transfer to a slow cooker on low for 2-3 hours. Add a little extra water to keep it moist.

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Walking Taco

RATING

4.6/5(78)

TASTE SCORE

8/10

Seasoned ground beef loaded into a personal bag of corn chips, piled high with shredded lettuce, cheese, and cool sour cream. A fun, handheld fairground classic that's ready in under 20 minutes — no plates needed.

PREP

10m

COOK

10m

SERVES

1 PIECE

563 cal

SERVINGS

METHOD · 6 STEPS

prep
Prep the toppings.
1.Shred the lettuce to get 1 packed cup.
2.Dice the tomato into small chunks.
3.Slice the jalapeno into thin rounds.
4.Shred the cheddar cheese if not pre-shredded.
fry · ~7 min
Brown the ground beef.
1.Place a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2.Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no pink remains (5-7 min).
3.Drain off any excess fat from the pan.
TIPDon't crowd the pan — if your skillet is small, brown the beef in two batches to get a nice sear.
saute · ~4 min
Sauté the aromatics.
1.Add the diced onion to the browned beef and cook until softened (3 min).
2.Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (30 sec).
mix · ~2 min
Season the beef.
1.Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the meat.
2.Add 3 tablespoons of water and stir well to coat everything evenly.
3.Let it simmer for 2 minutes so the flavors meld, then remove from heat.
TIPThe water helps the spices bloom and creates a slightly saucy texture that clings to the chips.
assemble
Build the walking tacos.
1.Gently crush the corn chip bags from the outside without opening them to break the chips into smaller pieces.
2.Cut or tear open each bag along the side seam.
3.Spoon the seasoned beef directly into each bag, on top of the chips.
4.Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and jalapeno slices.
serve
Hand each bag to a guest with a fork and dig in.
TIPNo plates — just eat right out of the bag. Perfect for cookouts, game days, and camping.