Best Taco Bell Recipes

TACO BELL TACOS

Steps:

• Meat Directions.
• Mix together all ingredient except the meat.
• Stir the spice mixture well making sure that all spices have been blended well.
• Crumble ground beef and brown stirring well.
• Remove from heat, rinse with hot water and drain water and grease from beef.
• Return beef to the pan and add spice mix.
• Add 3/4 - 1 cup water to ground beef and seasoning and simmer on medium low temperature for 20 minutes.
• Simmer until most of moisture has cooked away.
• Remove from heat when moisture in meat as dissipated but meat is not dry.
• Assembling the taco.
• You can refresh the taco shells by placing them in a baking dish into a hot oven, 350 degrees for 7-10 minutes.
• To assemble tacos add a couple of tablespoons of ground meat, lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, and sour cream if desired.

TACO BELL® SEASONING COPYCAT

Steps:

• Whisk onion flakes, flour, beef bouillon, garlic salt, cumin, paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and sugar together in a bowl.

TACO BELL TACO SAUCE

Steps:

• Place in sauce pan and stir well, simmer at a very low temperature for 15- 20 minutes.
• Remove and cool.
• May be kept in refrigerator for several days.

TACO BELL CHALUPA COPYCAT

Steps:

• To make Indian Fry Bread Mix dry ingredients together.
• Cut in shortening; then add milk.
• Shape dough into a long cylinder; cut into 8 equal parts.
• Flour hands, then work the pieces into 6" tortillas.
• Fry in oil until golden brown.
• To Make filling Mix dried onion with water in a small bowl and let stand for five minutes.
• Combine ground beef, flour, chili powder, paprika, and salt.
• Mix well.
• Add onions and water.
• Mix again.
• In a skillet, cook beef mixture until browned.
• Stir often while cooking so no large chunks form; it should be more like a paste.
• Remove from heat and keep warm.
• Build Chalupas starting with meat, then sour cream, lettuce cheese, and tomatoes in that order.
• Top with hot sauce or salsa if desired.

TACO BELL STYLE MEXICAN PIZZAS

Steps:

• Prepare taco meat per package directions.
• Warm refried beans.
• Prepare a small amount of oil in pan to 375°F (do not put so much that it will cover the flour tortillas).
• Cook flour tortilla's at 375°F for 30-45 seconds or until just golden brown.
• Drain on paper towels.
• Top on tortilla with a thin layer of refried beans.
• Then top beans with a layer of taco meat.
• Put another tortilla on top of the taco meat.
• Put red sauce on top of the tortilla.
• Put a few diced tomatoes and green chiles on top of red sauce.
• Top with the Mexican blend cheese.
• Finally top with a few chopped green onions.
• Put finished Mexican pizzas on cookie sheet and broil in oven until cheese is melted.
• Cut into fourths and serve.

TACO BELL CHILITO (CHILI CHEESE BURRITO) RECIPE!!!

Steps:

• Brown the hamburger and crumble into very small pieces; drain, but reserve some of the fat.
• Place hamburger back onto heat and add flour and mix until it is thick.
• Add the beans and heat through.
• Add the hot or mild sauce 1 packet at a time until you achieve that 'chilito' taste (usually 8 packets will do).
• Add the cheese, enough to make a big gooey mess, under medium heat.
• Taste, and you might need to add a little more sauce.
• Now here is the trick for that 'chilito' texture:.
• Take a tortilla and run warm water all over it to soften. The pop it in the microwave for 20 seconds to "steam" it.
• Fill tortilla with hot chilito filling, fold, and eat it. There will be a smile on your face.
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COPYCAT TACO BELL NACHO FRIES BELLGRANDE

Steps:

• In a small bowl mix together French Fry Seasoning ingredients.
• Cook frozen French Fries according to package directions; halfway through cooking, sprinkle french fries with french fry seasoning and toss to coat. Set cooked fries aside.
• Nacho Cheese Sauce:.
• In a large saucepan over medium, heat oil. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally until onion has softened about 5 to 7 minutes. Slowly whisk in the milk, tomato paste, and vinegar, until well combined; allow to steep for 20 minutes.
• In a large heatproof bowl, combine grated cheeses, Place a fine mesh strainer over the bowl containing the cheese. Strain milk mixture into the bowl. Discard solids from strainer.
• Using a wooden spoon stir cheese mixture until smooth and saucy. If cheese doesn't melt completely, set bowl over a pot of simmering water and stir until cheese melts and mixture comes together.
• On a large platter top Seasoned French Fries with Copycat Taco Bell Seasoned Beef, Nacho Cheese Sauce, sour cream, and tomatoes.

TACO BELL TACO SEASONING MIX (COPYCAT)

Steps:

• NOTE: TO PREPARE A SINGLE SERVING OF THIS SEASONING FOR JUST ONE BATCH TACOS, FOLLOW THIS CONVERSION RECIPE (YIELDS 4 LEVEL TABLESPOONS): 1 tablespoon masa corn flour, 1 tablespoon instant onion flakes, 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 3/4 teaspoon Lawry's Seasoned Salt, 1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon powder, 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder, 1/4 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar, 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/8 teaspoon ground oregano. (STEP ONE): COMBINE all ingredients well and store in a dark, cool place, tightly sealed.
• WHEN READY TO USE: Add 3/4 cup cold water and 4 level tablespoons of this seasoning into a plasic resealable container with a tight-fitting lid.
• SHAKE mixture well until dry ingredients are thoroughly dissolved in water.
• BROWN 1 lb ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat while stirring without overcooking (drain ground beef if necessary).
• POUR shaken mixture into browned ground beef in skillet.
• RAISE heat to high; BOIL mixture for one minute, stirring.
• REDUCE heat to medium; COOK mixture, stirring occasionally, until very little liquid remains and ground beef is moist yet not soggy.
• COVER and reduce heat to medium-low.
• SIMMER for 5-7 minutes to steam and tenderize meat, and for flavors to infuse fully.
• FILL crisped taco shells with seasoned ground beef mixture, adding desired cheese and vegetable fillings; SERVE and enjoy!

COPYCAT TACO BELL NAKED CHICKEN CHALUPA

Steps:

• In the bowl of a blender or food processor combine ingredients for Creamy Avocado Ranch Sauce. Blend until completely smooth. Transfer to a small container, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
• In the bowl of a food processor combine ingredients for Naked Chicken Chalupa Shell. Process until completely combined and chicken has formed a paste, about three minutes. Transfer mixture to a bowl.
• Line two rimmed baking sheets with parchment, flour liberally.
• Using a 1/3 cup measure lightly sprayed with cooking spray to help, divide chicken mixture into 12 portions, placing each portion on a floured baking sheet. Place both baking sheets in the freezer while you roll out chicken shells.
• Flour a washable cutting board liberally. Transfer one chicken portion to cutting board and flour the top. Using a rolling pin, roll the chicken mixture into a 6-inch circle. If the mixture is too sticky to roll, continue to freeze it for a bit longer. Make sure the rolling pin and the work surface are well floured. Place rolled out chicken rounds back in the freezer, dividing each with parchment.
• In a pie dish or shallow rimmed platter whisk together Wet Ingredients thoroughly.
• In another shallow dish stir together Dry Ingredients.
• In a large heavy bottomed pot or dutch oven, with a deep frying thermometer attached to side, heat oil over medium-high to 340°F.
• Working one at a time, remove a rolled out chicken round from the freezer, dust off excess flour, dip in egg mixture on both sides, then Dry Mixture on both sides.
• Using kitchen twine tie chicken round into "taco" shape. If chicken is too soft after breading, place in freezer again for a few minutes and continue with remaining rounds.
• Before frying make sure to have kitchen scissors and tongs on hand.
• Place Chalupa shells into hot oil one at a time. Fry for 1 1/2 minutes undisturbed. Using tongs, lift Chalupa gently to the surface of the oil. Snip string, and gently remove. Chalupa should now hold it's shape. Continue to fry until golden brown and cooked through another 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate. Fill with Creamy Avocado Ranch Sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese; serve immediately.

COPYCAT TACO BELL SEASONED BEEF

Steps:

• Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add Add beef; cook, breaking up meat with a spoon, until no longer pink, about 9 to 12 minutes.
• Add remaining ingredients; simmer over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 12 to 15 minutes.

TACO BELL XXL COPYCAT BEEF NACHOS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
• Mix ground beef, jalapeño pepper, chili powder and salt in skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until meat is browned. Drain fat. Stir in the salsa and ground cumin. Simmer for 2 minutes. Arrange chips in a large baking dish & add meat mixture, then cheeses, onion, olives & red bell pepper. Bake until warm & cheese melts - approx 8-10 minutes. Remove from oven & top with sour cream and guacamole.
• * Here is link to my Sauce Queens Copycat Signature Salsa: http://www.food.com/recipe/sauce-queens-copycat-quot-signature-salsa-quot-512859.

TURKEY TACO STUFFED BELL PEPPERS RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Using a sharp knife, cut off the tops of each bell pepper. Use the knife to help cut out and remove the seeds and ribs from inside the peppers.
• Place the peppers in a lightly greased roasting pan and set aside.
• Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Toss in the onion, cumin, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and sauté until the onions have softened, about 2-3 minutes.
• Toss in the garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
• Move the onions away from the center of the pan to create an open surface in the skillet. Place the ground turkey in the center of the pan and break up the meat.
• Move the meat and onions to the sides of the pan to create an open surface again. Pour in the black beans, corn, and salsa and stir the mixture until evenly combined.
• Spoon the mixture evenly into the hallowed bell peppers and replace the bell pepper tops.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the bell peppers have softened and wilted slightly.
• Remove the tops of the bell peppers, spoon on a large dollop of guacamole, and replace the tops.
• Enjoy!

COPYCAT TACO BELL CHEESY FIESTA POTATOES

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400°F.
• Make seasoning oil:.
• In a large bowl combine Fiesta Seasoning Oil ingredients, stirring well to combine.
• For Potatoes:.
• Place potatoes into a large pot of lukewarm water. Add salt. Bring to a simmer over high heat. Cook until potatoes are softened, but not fully cooked, 10 to 12 minutes total. Drain potatoes through colander, shaking a few times to release steam and soften edges. Allow to rest 5 minutes.
• Gently toss boiled potatoes in bowl with Fiesta Seasoning Oil coating thoroughly. Divide potatoes evenly between two rimmed baking sheets. Cook, tossing potatoes once, and rotating baking sheets; until potatoes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, 25 to 30 minutes. Meanwhile make Nacho Cheese sauce.
• Nacho Cheese Sauce:.
• In a large saucepan over medium, heat oil. Add onion, bell pepper, garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally until onion has softened about 5 to 7 minutes. Slowly whisk in the milk, tomato paste, and vinegar, until well combined; allow to steep for 20 minutes.
• In a large heatproof bowl, combine grated cheeses, Place a fine mesh strainer over the bowl containing the cheese. Strain milk mixture into the bowl. Discard solids from strainer.
• Using a wooden spoon stir cheese mixture until smooth and saucy. If cheese doesn't melt completely, set bowl over a pot of simmering water and stir until cheese melts and mixture comes together.
• Top Copycat Taco Bell Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes with 3 cups Nacho Cheese Sauce, Sour Cream, tomatoes and pico de gallo if desired. Serve immediately.

TACO BELL HOT SAUCE

Steps:

• Combine the tomato paste with the water in a saucepan over medium heat.
• Stir until smooth.
• Add the cayenne pepper; chili powder, salt cornstarch, vinegar, and dried onion and stir.
• Chop the jalapeno slices very fine.
• You can use a food processor, but don't puree.
• The best kind of jalapenos to use are those bottled for nachos or pizza.
• Add them to the mixture.
• Heat the mixture to boiling.
• Continue to stir about 3 minutes and remove from heat.
• Let the sauce stand until cool, and then put in a tightly sealed container and refrigerate.
• This will last for 1 to 2 months.

TACO BELL GRILLED CHICKEN BURRITOS

Steps:

• In a small bowl combine marinade ingredients. Pour the mixture over the chicken breasts and Marinade overnight.
• Cook the chicken on your barbecue or indoor grill over med-high heat for 5-6 minute per side, or until done. Slice the chicken into bite-size chunks.
• Add the enchilada sauce to the rice. Put on the rice over low heat, uncovered, and cook until hot.
• Heat the tortillas in a steamer, or wrap them in moist towels and heat on high for 25-30 sec. in the microwave.
• Build the burrito by spreading 1/4 of the chicken down the middle of one of the tortillas. Leave room at the end for folding. Spread 1/4 of the rice over the chicken. Sprinkle a heaping tablespoon of each of the cheeses over the rice. Sprinkle sliced green onions to taste. Fold up.
• You may want to heat up each burrito in the microwave for 20-30 sec. to help the cheese melt.
• NOTES : I also spoon a little more enchilada sauce over chicken mixture.

TACO BELL STYLE CARAMEL APPLE EMPANADAS

Steps:

• Thaw apples in microwave at half power 6 to 7 minutes; let stand 3 minutes. Stir together apples and flour.
• Melt 1/4 cup butter in a medium skillet over medium heat; add apple mixture, brown sugar, and allspice. Cook, stirring constantly for 4 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat. Coarsely mash apple mixture, and set aside.
• Stir together baking mix and 1 cup whipping cream with a fork until moistened. Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead 3 to 4 times.
• Roll dough to 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into 12 (5-inch) squares.
• Divide apple mixture into 12 servings and place 1 serving in center of each square. Fold 1 side of square over, pressing edges with a fork to seal. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet. Brush tops evenly with 2 tablespoons melted butter.
• Bake at 400F for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve immediately.

TACO BELL STYLE GREEN SAUCE

Steps:

• Husk tomatillos and cut in half. Stem and half peppers.
• Boil tomatillos and peppers in chicken broth for 10 minutes. Strain, reserving broth.
• Combine tomatillos, peppers and remaining ingredients, except for the oil, in a blender and mix until almost smooth.
• Heat oil in frying pan until very hot.
• Carefully add the tomatillo mixture and cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly until dark and thick. Add reserved broth to mixture and bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat and cook until thickened, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Chill.

COPYCAT TACO BELL CHICKEN ENCHILADA BOWL

Steps:

• Lightly season and cube chicken and cook in a medium pan with a little bit of water,olive oil, and taco seasoning.
• Add 3-4 Tbsp of enchilada sauce to cooked rice and mix well.
• Layer in a salad bowl (or similiar) in this order.
• Refried beans on bottom layer,next a layer of rice,chicken, enchilada sauce, green onions, cheese.
• Then microwave for about 2 to 3 minutes.
• Top with sour cream.
• This recipe can be tripled and made in a 8x8 pan to make more servings.
• Hot peppers and tomatoes and lettuce can be added within the layers.
• Enjoy!

TACO BELL MILD TACO SAUCE (COPYCAT)

Steps:

• WHISK all ingredients together rigorously in a medium saucepan (1 cup cold water, one 8 ounce can tomato sauce, 4 teaspoons arrowroot or cornstarch, 2 tablespoons white vinegar, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon dried onion flakes, 1 teaspoon Lawry's Seasoned Salt, 1 teaspoon lime juice, 1 teaspoon orange juice, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon dried chipotle powder, 1/2 teaspoon plain new mexico chile powder, 1/2 teaspoon A-1 Steak Sauce, 1/4 teaspoon white pepper, 1-2 drops liquid smoke, measured into a spoon first).
• BRING mixture to boil over high heat.
• WHISK as needed.
• BOIL one full minute.
• REMOVE from heat and cool.
• WHISK sauce occasionally as it cools.
• POUR cooled sauce into a sealable container or a squeeze bottle for convenience.
• SERVE and enjoy with your favorite tacos or burritos, or use as a starter-base for chili.
• REFRIGERATE any unused portion for up to 2 weeks.
• SHAKE well before serving again.

COPYCAT TACO BELL CARAMEL APPLE EMPANADA

Steps:

• Make Filling:.
• In a microwave safe container, melt 20 caramels with 1 cup apple pie filling. Stir in remaining pie filling and ground cinnamon. Allow to filling to cool completely.
• Place 2 tablespoons caramel apple filling on one half of each dough round, leaving a 1/4-inch border around the filling. Brush border with water; fold dough over filling to enclose completely. Press edges to seal, then press to crimp with hands. Chill finished pastries in freezer for 10 minutes before cooking.
• Cook:.
• Attach a deep-frying thermometer to the side of large heavy-bottomed pot or dutch oven, heat 2-inches of oil, over medium-high, to 340°F.
• Line two baking sheets with paper towels. Working in batches, fry empanadas until they are light brown in color and crisp, about 5 minutes a batch, transfer empanadas to prepared towel lined baking sheets. Cool slightly before serving.
• Tip: Copycat Taco Bell Caramel Apple Empanda's can be formed and chilled in the refrigerator up to one day ahead; or frozen and thawed before cooking.