Fiesta Baskets by Penzey
Elevate your taco night with these irresistible Fiesta Baskets by Penzey! This crowd-pleasing recipe transforms simple flour tortillas into crispy, oven-baked edible baskets, perfect for holding layers of flavorful goodness. Each basket is filled with savory seasoned ground beef or chicken, fresh shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, hearty black beans, and creamy sour cream. Finished with melty cheddar cheese, ripe avocado slices, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, these festive creations deliver a vibrant blend of textures and bold Tex-Mex flavors in every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is as fun to assemble as it is to eat, making it ideal for family dinners, casual gatherings, or Cinco de Mayo celebrations. Serve these tortilla baskets fresh from the oven and watch them disappear! Perfect for taco lovers, this dish adds a unique twist to classic Mexican-inspired cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Flour tortillas (8-inch)
- 1 pound Ground beef or chicken
- 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 cups Shredded lettuce
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Diced tomatoes
- 1 cup Black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 1 piece Avocado (sliced)
- 0.25 cup Chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for brushing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly brush each tortilla with olive oil on both sides.
Press each tortilla into the cups of a large muffin tin or oven-safe bowls to form a basket shape. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden and crispy. Remove from the oven and set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens and the meat is evenly coated with seasoning. Remove from heat.
To assemble the baskets, fill each tortilla shell with a layer of shredded lettuce, followed by the seasoned meat.
Add a handful of shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, black beans, and a dollop of sour cream.
Top with a slice of avocado and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy the crunchy, flavorful fiesta baskets!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3418 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 224.9 g | 288% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.1 g | 446% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 541 mg | 180% | |
| Sodium | 6216 mg | 270% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 224.3 g | 82% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.5 g | 134% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.9 g | ||
| Protein | 147.3 g | 295% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1588 mg | 122% | |
| Iron | 25.2 mg | 140% | |
| Potassium | 3448 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
