Description
These Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal featuring warm flour tortillas stuffed with seasoned ground beef or shredded chicken, refried beans, fresh vegetables, and melted cheddar cheese. Crispy on the outside and gooey inside, they are perfect for a casual lunch or dinner, served with sour cream, salsa, and fresh cilantro.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup cooked ground beef or shredded chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup refried beans
Vegetables and Add-ins
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
Seasoning and Oils
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
To Serve
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté Onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the diced onions and sauté until they are translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Cook Meat with Seasoning: Add the cooked ground beef or shredded chicken to the skillet. Sprinkle in taco seasoning and mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Combine Filling Ingredients: Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the refried beans, diced tomatoes, and sliced jalapeños (if using). Mix until well combined.
- Assemble Pocket Tacos: Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon a generous amount of the filling mixture onto one half of the tortilla. Top with a handful of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Seal Tortillas: Carefully fold the tortilla over the filling to create a pocket, pressing down the edges to seal.
- Cook Pocket Tacos: If desired, heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grill the pocket tacos on both sides until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes per side. Alternatively, place the tacos on a baking sheet and keep warm in a preheated oven at 200°F (93°C).
- Serve and Garnish: Once cooked, serve the Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos with sour cream, salsa, and fresh cilantro on the side for garnish.
- Ensure Proper Sealing: Ensure all edges of the tacos are sealed properly to prevent spilling during cooking.
- Customize Fillings: Feel free to customize the fillings based on your preference, such as adding black beans, corn, or avocado.
Notes
- You can substitute ground beef with shredded chicken or make it vegetarian by using only beans and vegetables.
- For a spicier version, increase the amount of jalapeños or add hot sauce to the filling.
- Use whole wheat tortillas for a healthier alternative.
- To prevent sogginess, avoid overfilling the tortillas.
- If using a skillet to cook, ensure medium heat to get a crispy exterior without burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: thirty grams
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Loaded Pocket Tacos, Cheesy Tacos, Ground Beef Tacos, Mexican Pocket Tacos, Easy Taco Recipe
