Description
These Taco Ranch Bites combine savory beef, creamy ranch, and a melty cheese topping in crispy tortilla chips, making them a delightful choice for any occasion—quick snacks, appetizers, or meals that everyone loves.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 tbsp ranch seasoning (or ranch dressing mix)
- 1/4 cup water
- 24 mini tortilla scoop chips (e.g., Tostitos Scoops)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 small tomato (diced)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- Sour cream, Guacamole, and Salsa
Instructions
- Cook the beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain excess fat, add taco seasoning, ranch seasoning, and water; simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Arrange tortilla chips on a baking tray, fill with beef mixture, and top with cheese and tomatoes.
- Bake for 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve with dips.
Notes
Drain the ground beef well to avoid greasy bites.
Use strong chips to hold the toppings—discard broken ones.
Feel free to double the recipe for larger gatherings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 45mg