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    Home » Appetizers

    Beef Enchilada Taco Boats

    Published on September 11, 2017 by theseasidebaker Last Modified on August 11, 2022 / 12 Comments

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    These Beef Enchilada Taco Boats are the perfect appetizer for the big game. Hand held bites that are full of flavor and easy to eat for the win!

    Two taco boats on yellow plate garnished with salsa and green onions with tray of boats in background.

    We have our jerseys ready and fridge stocked with our favorite brew, it's officially football season folks! While I'm not an avid football game viewer, I do very much appreciate the day of rest. There is nothing like sitting around the TV with the family cheering on a team, and eating delicious food!

    Enchilada Taco Boats in a black tray with a bowl of sour cream in the center with a bit of cilantro.

    One of our favorites game time meals are traditional tacos. But with these little cute tortilla shells, making delicious tailgating snacks is so easy and is always crowd favorite. While I love having a taco bar, sometimes we make these delicious Beef Enchilada Taco Bowls when we are invited to a friend's house. Another game day favorite meal is this Hawaiian BBQ Chicken!

    Overhead shot of a black tray of beef enchilada taco boats with a bowl of sour cream in the center.

    They are really simple to make and only require a few simple ingredients. Best part is that they are really easy to transport, which makes it super convenient. The Old El Paso Stan 'N Stuff Flour Tacos are like little mini bowls that hold all of the deliciousness without all of the mess! Just check out the video at the end of this post.

    Sometimes, when I have time, I will turn them into little churro bowls too. I simply brush them with melted butter, sprinkle them with cinnamon and sugar, and bake them for about 10 minutes. Then we fill them with ice cream and toppings. It is such a fun and simple to make dessert!

    two taco boats with sliced green onion topping on small yellow plate.

    WHY WE LOVE THESE BEEF ENCHILADA TACO BOATS

    • Fun to eat! I love good traditional enchiladas, but as an appetizer, they just don't work. These cute little taco boats are the perfect party food and a fun twist on beef enchiladas!
    • They're versatile- Have some leftover chicken? Swap out the beef mixture to use up leftovers. You can even sneak some vegetables into them (for the men and the kids).
    • Easy to make Super Bowl appetizer! I think they're great for any meal or party but they're especially good for watching football!
    Overhead shot of raw hamburger meat, taco boats, olives, cheese, and enchilada sauce.

    TACO BOAT RECIPE INGREDIENTS/SHOPPING LIST

    • 1 pound ground beef
    • 1 onion diced
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 2 teaspoons oil
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
    • ½ cup Red enchilada sauce
    • 1 package Old El Paso Stan 'N Stuff Soft Flour Tacos
    • 2 cups shredded cheese Cheddar and Monterey jack
    • 1 cup black olives slices
    • ½ cup green onions finely sliced
    • Shredded Lettuce
    • Salsa
    • Sour Cream
    Tray with tortilla taco boats on foil ready to be baked.

    HOW TO MAKE THESE ENCHILADA BOATS

    White bowl of cooked hamburger meat with enchilada sauce.
    Foil lined tray of taco boats with a bowl of meat, olives, and shredded cheese.
    Filling the unbaked taco boats with hamburger meat with enchilada sauce.
    1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
    2. In a large skillet, heat oil on medium high heat.
    3. Add onions and garlic and sauté until soft.
    4. Add ground beef, salt, and pepper and cook until meat has browned, stirring regularly.
    5. Once meat is cook, drain off excess fat.
    6. Add enchilada sauce and cook until sauce is simmering.
    7. Place Old El Paso Stan 'N Stuff Soft Flour Tacos on a cookie sheet.
    8. Add about ⅓ cup of filling to each taco boat.
    9. Top with cheese, olives, and green onions.
    10. Bake for 10 minutes or until cheese has melted and taco boat edges are slightly brown.
    11. Top with shredded lettuce, salsa, and sour cream right before serving.
    Topping the meat in the taco boats with shredded cheese and sliced olives.

    TIPS AND VARIATIONS FOR MAKING THIS TACO BOAT RECIPE

    • If you're short on time, use a teaspoon of onion powder and garlic powder on the ground beef meat mixture. You can also season the meat with a couple of tablespoons of taco seasoning.
    • Make chicken enchilada taco boats by using a pound of finely diced chicken breast.
    • Use green enchilada sauce instead of red, if desired.
    • Add green chiles to your filling for added spice.
    • Make your own tortilla boats or cups by spraying a muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray and placing warm corn tortillas or small soft flour tortillas into each cup, folding the edges if necessary. If you're using larger tortillas, cut them with a 4 in round cookie cutter. Bake at 350 degrees for 5 minutes, then fill with the beef enchilada filling and bake as directed in the recipe card below.
    • Swap out the tortillas for zucchini halves (seeds removed) and make beef enchilada zucchini boats! Cover the zucchini taco boats with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes. We love making squash swaps especially during the summer when our garden is crazy. Another favorite is our Chicken Alfredo Spaghetti Squash Boats.
    Overhead shot of two taco boats with sour cream and salsa on yellow plate.

    WHAT TO SERVE WITH ENCHILADAS?

    While I love making these tortilla boats for appetizers, occasionally we'll have them for a quick and easy meal. I love to serve them on Taco Tuesday with a side of Mexican rice and a scoop of black beans or refried beans. The whole family loves them!

    Our favorite toppings for Taco Boats

    • Fresh Cilantro
    • Shredded Lettuce
    • Sour Cream
    • Diced Tomatoes
    • Cheddar Cheese
    • Chopped red onion
    These Beef Enchilada Boats are easy to make and perfect for Sunday Football munching!

    FAQS

    How do you make your own enchilada sauce recipe?

    Ready in only 10 minutes, this easy enchilada sauce is super simple to make! Simply whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil and all-purpose flour in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Whisk in 4 tablespoons of chili powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder and salt, ¼ teaspoon cumin and oregano to make the spiced roux. Next whisk in 2 tablespoons tomato paste and 2 ¼ cups chicken broth. Whisk until smooth. Bring the sauce to a simmer and that's it! Use in these taco boats then store the rest of the cooled homemade sauce in an airtight container for your favorite beef enchiladas with red sauce.

    Overhead shot of the black tray with taco boats and a bowl of sour cream in the center.

    Where can I buy Old El Paso Taco Boats?

    They are usually found in the Mexican food section at your local grocery store. You can also purchase them online here.

    Two taco boats on yellow plate with one bite taken out of the top one.

    OTHER FUN GAME DAY APPETIZERS

    • Beer Cheese Pretzel Bites
    • Carne Asada Waffle Fries
    • Antipasta Skewers with Pesto
    • Kalua Pork Sliders

    beef enchilada taco boats
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    Beef Enchilada Soft Taco Boats
    Prep Time
    15 mins
    Cook Time
    10 mins
    Total Time
    25 mins
     
    A simple appetizer that is perfect for game day and sharing!
    Course: Appetizer, Main Course
    Cuisine: Mexican
    Keyword: enchilada taco boats, taco boats
    Servings: 8
    Author: Jackie
    Ingredients
    • 1 pound ground beef
    • 1 onion diced
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 2 teaspoons oil
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
    • ½ cup red enchilada sauce
    • 1 package Old El Paso Stan 'N Stuff Soft Flour Tacos
    • 2 cups shredded cheese Cheddar and Monterey jack
    • 1 cup black olives sliced
    • ½ cup green onions finely sliced
    • Shredded Lettuce
    • Salsa
    • Sour Cream
    Instructions
    1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
    2. In a medium sized skilled, heat oil on medium high heat.
    3. Add onions and garlic and sauté until soft.
    4. Add ground beef, salt, and pepper and cook until meat has browned, stirring regularly.
    5. Once meat is cook, drain off excess fat.
    6. Add enchilada sauce and cook until sauce is simmering.
    7. Place Old El Paso Stan 'N Stuff Soft Flour Tacos on a cookie sheet.
    8. Add about ⅓ cup of filling to each taco boat.
    9. Top with cheese, olives, and green onions.
    10. Bake for 10 minutes or until cheese has melted and taco boat edges are slightly brown.
    11. Top with shredded lettuce, salsa, and sour cream right before serving.
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    Comments

    1. Sharon

      September 11, 2017 at 12:46 pm

      Yum! We love making Tex-Mex at home. This is a fun new recipe to get our fix this week!

      Reply
    2. Kate | The Organized Dream

      September 11, 2017 at 2:26 pm

      These are awesome! Seriously! I want to try them now. lol!

      Reply
    3. Ant

      September 11, 2017 at 2:54 pm

      Pinning this for later. I love anything that has a tortilla to it.

      Reply
    4. Patricia @ Grab a Plate

      September 11, 2017 at 4:25 pm

      I absolutely love these little boats! I haven't tried them yet, but your recipe looks like a good way to test them out! Yum!

      Reply
    5. Magaly

      September 11, 2017 at 5:37 pm

      The little bowls look so cute and delicious- I bet they go fast at a party! Easy and fun, the perfect combination to a game day snack. Thanks for the idea!

      Reply
    6. Michael @ Super Millennial

      September 11, 2017 at 6:18 pm

      Damn this looks awesome! I love new mexican food recipes can't wait to try!

      Reply
    7. Crystal // Dreams, etc.

      September 11, 2017 at 6:24 pm

      These look so good! I'll definitely be trying this out soon. Maybe when my niece and nephew are here this weekend.

      Reply
    8. Stephanie

      September 11, 2017 at 7:06 pm

      Oh my gosh, these look like a perfect football Sunday snack! Definitely going to have to try these out.

      Reply
    9. Cat

      September 11, 2017 at 7:12 pm

      Mmmm these taco boats look so tasty! Cannot wait to try to have some at home!

      Reply
    10. Valerie Hansen

      September 11, 2017 at 8:29 pm

      These look so amazing, I love anything Mexican...and your pics are so fab! Thanks for sharing!

      Valerie
      MapleLeopard.com

      Reply
    11. Vicki

      September 12, 2017 at 2:05 pm

      Yum! I love Mexican food....especially all the cheese!

      Reply

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