This Doritos Walking Taco recipe is so easy to make and your family will love them.
Hosting a crowd for game day or an afternoon pool party? Take a look at this oh so easy savory appetizer recipe. These tacos in a bag will be a big hit and we can pretty much guarantee you’ll make them again and again.

These easy walking tacos take just minutes to make.
Why You’ll Love this Doritos Walking Taco Recipe
If you’re looking for an easy savory snack filled with spicy meat and cheese, you have got to try these walking taco Dorito bags! So easy to make and you can increase the recipe if you are looking for a party appetizer for a crowd.
This handheld appetizer can be served with a fork or spoon to make eating easier, although I have seen kids eat them straight out of the bag. Here’s how to make a walking taco with Doritos – see how easy this snack recipe is!
Although we really enjoy using Doritos for walking tacos, you can use corn chips if you would rather. Plus, you can customize the toppings if you like.
Or serve the open bags of Doritos, with all the toppings on the side so guests can choose their favorite toppings.
Want more 15 minute appetizer recipes? Take a look at these!
Walking Taco Recipe Ingredients

What you need to make these easy handheld snacks.
Taco Flavored Ground Beef (we like adding this Spicy Taco seasoning mix to the beef)
Shredded Cheese
Bags of Doritos Chips
Shredded Lettuce
Jalapeño Slices

Crush the chips if you like to make eating these walking tacos a bit easier.
Gently crush the bag of chips then open the bag. Spoon in 1/4 cup taco meat to each bag.
Then add some lettuce, shredded cheese and Jalapeno slices to each bag, as desired.
Walking Tacos FAQ’s
What is a walking taco?
Walking tacos are tacos in a bag, that are individual servings. Great for parties, because they are easily eaten with a fork or spoon while walking around!
What size chip bags for walking tacos?
The 1 ounce bag of Doritos or corn chips is perfect for serving these savory snack bags.
How to make walking tacos for a crowd?
These walking tacos are so easy to make for big groups or a crowd. Just multiply this recipe to make larger quantities.
Tacos in a Bag Variations:
This recipe is so easy to make variations or substitutions! Just choose whatever toppings you like to customize, including:
- Use chorizo ground meat instead of flavoring regular ground beef.
- Add a few spoonful’s of this Mexican corn salsa.
- Hot Italian sausages diced and fried taste delicious in place of the burger.
- Change up the cheese! Try asiago, parmesan or extra sharp cheddar.
- Switch up the greens, instead of lettuce, try baby spinach leaves or arugula.
Serve alongside these other spicy appetizers:
Your friends will love this easy Taco Dip that can be served warm or cold.
These Wonton cup Tacos are perfect alongside!
And, what goes better for a cocktail than a delicious cold Margarita? We’ve got more than 25 tequila margaritas to choose from!
Learn more about the taco history here.

These tacos in a bag are perfect for easy tailgate football food.
Doritos Walking Taco Recipe
Doritos Walking Taco
These individual Walking Taco Bags are perfect for outdoor holiday party snacks and for watching the game.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Taco Flavored Ground Beef
- 8oz Shredded Cheese
- 6 1oz Bags of Chips
- 2 Cups Shredded Lettuce
- Jalapeño Slices
Instructions
- Gently crush the bag of chips then open the bag.
- Spoon in 1/4 cup taco meat to each bag.
- Then add toppings.
Notes
We can recommend this spicy taco seasoning mix to add to the ground beef.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 513Total Fat: 33gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 837mgCarbohydrates: 32gFiber: 3gSugar: 2gProtein: 23g