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Taco-Seasoned Chex* Mix

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  • Prep 10 min
  • Total 10 min
  • Servings 20
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Tex-Mex meets Chex* in this easy snackin' mix made with taco seasoning mix - yum!
Created Jul 6, 2015
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Ingredients

  • 6 cups (1.5 L) Rice Chex* Cereal
  • 2 cups (500 mL) bite-size cheese crackers
  • 2 cups (500 mL) bite-size pretzel twists
  • 1 cup (250 mL) salted peanuts
  • 3 tbsp (45 mL) vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) water
  • 1 pkg Old El Paso* Taco Seasoning Mix

Steps

  • 1
    In large microwaveable bowl, mix cereal, crackers, pretzels and peanuts.
  • 2
    In small bowl, stir together oil, water and taco seasoning mix. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
  • 3
    Microwave uncovered on High about 5 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes, until mixture begins to brown. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool. Store in airtight container.

Expert Tips

  • Tip 1
    Health Twist: Like to reduce the sodium a bit? Just use Old El Paso* Smart Fiesta* Reduced Sodium Taco Seasoning Mix instead of the regular and opt for unsalted peanuts.
  • Tip 2
    Variation: For Taco-Lime Chex* Mix, substitute 1/4 cup frozen (thawed) limeade concentrate for the water.
  • Tip 3
    OVEN DIRECTIONS: Heat oven to 250°F. In ungreased large roasting pan, mix cereal, crackers, pretzels and peanuts. In small bowl, stir together oil, water and taco seasoning mix. Pour over cereal mixture, stirring until evenly coated. Bake uncovered 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread on waxed paper or foil to cool, about 15 minutes. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Information

150 Calories, 8g Total Fat, 3g Protein, 16g Total Carbs, 1g Sugars

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 20 Servings (1/2 cup each)
Calories
150
Total Fat
8g
Saturated Fat
1 1/2g
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
0mg
Sodium
400mg
Total Carbs
16g
Dietary Fiber
1g
Sugars
1g
Protein
3g
% Daily Value*:
Exchanges:
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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