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Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos

Delightful tacos filled with seasoned meat and melted cheese, perfect for quick dinners and gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb cooked ground beef, chicken, or turkey Use your choice of meat.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Can mix different types of cheese for flavor.
  • 1 package taco seasoning
  • 12 pieces taco shells or tortillas Choose crispy taco shells or soft tortillas.
Optional Toppings
  • sour cream
  • salsa
  • lettuce
  • tomatoes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add in the cooked ground meat along with the garlic powder, onion powder, and taco seasoning.
  3. Stir the mixture until everything is heated through and well combined.
  4. Once it’s well mixed, add the shredded cheese into the skillet and stir until the cheese is melted and gooey.
  5. While the cheese is melting, warm the taco shells or tortillas according to the package instructions.
  6. Fill each taco shell or tortilla with the cheesy meat mixture.
  7. Top with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, lettuce, and tomatoes.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy the cheesy goodness!

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding chopped onions or bell peppers to the meat mixture. For a spicy kick, you can add jalapeños or cayenne pepper. Feel free to create a taco bar with various toppings.