Mini tacos are such a fun and festive party food! They are easy to customize and easy to eat in multiples - mini beef tacos (or chicken!) will put some serious fun back into your next gathering!
3tablespoonsvegetable oilcanola oil or cooking spray
8ouncescheeseJack, Cheddar, Cojito or American, shredded
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, brown beef using the back of a spatula or potato masher to break up or chicken. Sprinkle taco seasoning over and continue to brown until no pink remains. Remove from heat.
Using a 3" cookie or biscuit cutter, cut flour or corn tortillas. For corn tortillas, warm in a wet towel or with wet paper towels in between for 30 seconds in the microwave before cutting.
Brush each side of tortillas with oil and place on a parchment lined baking sheet.
Fill with shredded cheese and chicken or beef.
Bake 2 minutes. Remove from oven and fold in half using a metal spatula or tongs. Press to fold.
Bake 8-10 minutes or until slightly golden brown.
Remove from oven and serve with your favorite toppings.
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Rotisserie Chicken - Purchase a fresh rotisserie chicken from your local grocer and shred for quick and easy mini tacos.
Use store bought pico de gallo for a topping - all the flavor with none of the work.
Use cooking spray in lieu of oil to make taco shells.