Taco Ranch Bites
Taco Ranch Bites are a deliciously easy treat that combines savory beef or turkey, creamy cheese, and zesty ranch dressing, all atop crunchy tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 bag tortilla chips
Instructions
- In a large skillet, over medium heat, brown the ground beef or turkey until fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
- Drain any excess fat from the skillet. Sprinkle in the taco seasoning, stirring to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked meat mixture, cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and ranch dressing. Mix well until creamy.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lay out tortilla chips on a baking sheet. Top each chip with about a tablespoon of filling.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly, then garnish with fresh cilantro or jalapeños before serving.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Taco, Ranch, Appetizer, Tex-Mex, Easy Recipe, Family-Friendly
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