Description

This is an easier version of taco salad. Instead of a taco shell, it's made with tortilla chips, a can of chili beans and the typical ingredients. It's an easy weeknight meal that kids can help prepare.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. lean ground beef
• 16 oz. can chili beans or black beans
• 16 oz. French, Ranch or Thousand Island dressing
• 1.25 oz. package taco seasoning mix
• 14.5 oz. package tortilla chips, Fritos, or flavored Doritos, crushed
• 1 head iceberg lettuce, shredded
• 2 c. shredded Cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
• 1 c. chopped tomatoes
• 1/2 c. prepared salsa, optional
• 4 T. sour cream
• * Optional toppings could include jalapenos, corn, pico de gallo, avocado, black beans, guacamole, onions, and black olives.

Steps

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and crumble ground beef in the skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 - 7 minutes. Discard grease.
2. Stir in chili beans, dressing, and seasoning mix. Add 10-11 oz. water to the skillet. Bring to a boil; reduce heat; simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Crush the chips while still in the bag; open the bag; toss crushed chips into a large bowl.