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Cobble Corn Chili Tacos

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These Cobble Corn Chili Tacos offer a comforting twist on traditional Mexican dinner, blending savory browned ground beef with the natural sweetness of whole kernel corn. The filling is simmered with a robust chili seasoning mix, stewed tomatoes, and tomato sauce to create a rich, cohesive sauce that clings perfectly to the meat. The addition of celery and instant minced onion adds a subtle texture and depth of flavor without requiring extra prep time. Served in oven-crisped taco shells and topped with sharp Cheddar cheese and crisp shredded lettuce, this dish balances heat, creaminess, and crunch. It is an ideal weeknight meal that feeds a crowd easily and satisfies cravings for both chili and tacos simultaneously.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 288.6
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
These Cobble Corn Chili Tacos offer a comforting twist on traditional Mexican dinner, blending savory browned ground beef with the natural sweetness of whole kernel corn. The filling is simmered with a robust chili seasoning mix, stewed tomatoes, and tomato sauce to create a rich, cohesive sauce that clings perfectly to the meat. The addition of celery and instant minced onion adds a subtle texture and depth of flavor without requiring extra prep time. Served in oven-crisped taco shells and topped with sharp Cheddar cheese and crisp shredded lettuce, this dish balances heat, creaminess, and crunch. It is an ideal weeknight meal that feeds a crowd easily and satisfies cravings for both chili and tacos simultaneously.
Ingredients
  • 12 Taco Shells
  • 1 pound Ground beef
  • 1 package Chili seasoning mix
  • 1 can (17 oz) whole kernel
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit (121&# 194;°C).
  2. 2
    Arrange the taco shells in a single layer in a shallow baking pan.
  3. 3
    Place the pan in the oven to keep the shells warm and crisp while you prepare the filling.
  4. 4
    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. 5
    Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink.
  6. 6
    Tilt the skillet and spoon off any excess fat from the cooked beef.
  7. 7
    Stir in the chili seasoning mix, canned corn, stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, instant minced onion, and sliced celery.
  8. 8
    Increase heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring frequently.
  9. 9
    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  10. 10
    Remove the taco shells from the oven and spoon the hot chili filling into each shell.
  11. 11
    Top each taco with shredded Cheddar cheese and shredded lettuce before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 288.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.4g23%
Saturated Fat 5.0g25%
Cholesterol 59.0mg20%
Sodium 1481.1mg62%
Total Carbohydrate 18.2g7%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g10%
Sugars 4.8g
Protein 22.6g46%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: tacos, chili, ground beef, corn, mexican, dinner, easy, family, shells, cheese, lettuce, comfort food, weeknight, spicy, hearty, skillet, simmered, crispy, filling, tomato sauce
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