Lazy Mini Tacos 🌮🔥
Crispy tortilla cups loaded with spiced beef, refried beans, and melty cheese—ready in 20 minutes! Perfect for game day, parties, or fuss-free snacking.
🍽️ Ingredients
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24 tortilla chip rounds (or scoop-shaped chips)
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 lb ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
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2 tbsp taco seasoning
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1 cup refried beans (canned or homemade)
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8 oz Colby cheese, grated
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Salsa & sour cream, to serve
👩🍳 Instructions
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Prep Chips:
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Brush tortilla rounds lightly with olive oil (optional for extra crispness).
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Arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet.
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Cook Beef:
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Heat oil in a skillet. Brown ground beef, drain fat.
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Stir in taco seasoning + 2 tbsp water. Simmer 2 mins.
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Assemble:
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Spread ½ tsp refried beans on each chip.
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Top with 1 tbsp beef, then sprinkle with cheese.
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Melt Cheese:
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Broil 2-3 mins until cheese bubbles (watch closely!).
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Serve:
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Dollop with salsa + sour cream. Garnish with cilantro/jalapeños if desired.
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💡 Pro Tips
✅ Shortcut: Use pre-seasoned beef or leftover taco meat.
✅ Vegetarian? Swap beef for black beans + corn.
✅ Make ahead: Prep toppings, assemble just before broiling.
Why you’ll love it:
✨ No messy shells—all the flavor, zero fuss!
✨ Kid-friendly and party-perfect.
Pair with margaritas and devour! 🍹😋
Want extra crunch? Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 3-4 mins instead of broiling!