Description
These crispy rolled beef tacos are packed with smoky chipotle flavor and melted cheese, then baked to golden perfection. Served with a zesty cilantro ranch sauce, they make the perfect easy dinner or party snack
Ingredients
For the Tacos:
- 1 1/2 lbs ground beef or chicken
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp chipotle chile powder (or 2 canned chipotle chiles, chopped)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese
- 16-20 small flour tortillas
- Olive oil, for rubbing
For the Cilantro Ranch:
Â- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat and onion, breaking up the meat as it browns (about 5 minutes).
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Stir in chili powder, garlic powder, chipotle powder or chiles, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, and salt. Pour in ½ cup water and cook until absorbed, 2-5 minutes. Mix in ½ cup enchilada sauce and remove from heat.
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Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the meat mixture onto each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down on a baking sheet. Brush the tops with olive oil.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until crispy.
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Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the tacos and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Bake for another 10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
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While tacos bake, blend all cilantro ranch ingredients until smooth.
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Serve warm tacos with cilantro ranch and avocado slices. Enjoy!
Notes
- Substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Corn tortillas can be used for a gluten-free version, but warm them before rolling to prevent cracking.
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- Add a squeeze of lime or fresh avocado for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2-3 tacos
- Calories: 586
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg