Healthy Bean Chalupas Recipe

Name: Healthy Bean Chalupas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 2 (16 ounce) cans pinto beans, undrained; 1 (16 ounce) can fat-free refried beans; 1 (4 1/2 ounce) can chopped green chilies; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix; 8 (10 inch) flour tortillas; shredded romaine lettuce; 1 1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend; 1 large tomatoes, diced; Suggested Condiments; salsa; reduced-fat sour cream

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
2 (16 ounce) cans pinto beans, undrained
1 (16 ounce) can fat-free refried beans
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
8 (10 inch) flour tortillas
shredded romaine lettuce
1 1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1 large tomatoes, diced
Suggested Condiments
salsa
reduced-fat sour cream

1
Brown ground beef in a large deep skillet, stirring to crumble.
2
Drain beef well, and set aside.
3
Wipe skillet clean.
4
Return beef to skillet; stir in beans, chiles, and seasoning mix.
5
Cook over medium-low heat, stirring often, until thoroughly heated.
6
Press each tortilla into a tortilla shell pan or 1-quart oven-safe bowl.
7
Bake at 375u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp.
8
Place on lettuce-lined serving plates.
9
Spoon bean mixture evenly into shells; sprinkle with cheese and diced tomato.
10
Serve with desired condiments.

1286

kcal

Calories

Fat

171

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, 2 (16 ounce) cans pinto beans, undrained, 1 (16 ounce) can fat-free refried beans, 1 (4 1/2 ounce) can chopped green chilies, and more.

Yes, Healthy Bean Chalupas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Healthy Bean Chalupas

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Variations & substitutions

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