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Golden brown Taco Ranch Bites on a white platter.
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Easy Taco Ranch Bites

These Easy Taco Ranch Bites are the perfect party appetizer! Savory taco filling in a crispy phyllo shell, ready in 25 minutes. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Keyword: easy appetizer recipe, game day food, phyllo cup appetizers, taco appetizers, taco ranch bites
Servings: 6 servings (about 30 bites)
Calories: 90kcal
Author: Angela

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (or turkey/chicken)
  • 1 1 oz packet taco seasoning
  • 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes and green chiles (undrained)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 15-count package frozen phyllo tart shells (about 30 shells)

Instructions

  • Brown ground beef, drain. Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes. Simmer 3-5 mins.
  • In a bowl, combine cheese and ranch. Add cooked taco meat and mix well.
  • Spoon filling into frozen phyllo shells. Bake at 350°F for 8-12 mins until golden.
  • Let cool slightly, top with desired garnishes, and serve warm.

Notes

Pro Tips: To keep the phyllo cups crispy, let the cooked taco meat cool for a few minutes before mixing it with the cheese and ranch. For easy make-ahead meals, freeze the unbaked, filled cups on a tray, then bag them; bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes. Customize them by adding a spoonful of corn or black beans to the filling. If you love these flavors, you'll also enjoy our Cheesy Garlic Chicken Wraps.