Loaded cheesy pocket tacos sound absolutely delicious! Here’s a recipe to make these flavorful treats:Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (or any preferred protein like chicken or turkey)
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 8-10 flour tortillas (soft taco size)
- Cooking spray or oil
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the taco seasoning mix to the cooked beef according to the package instructions. Mix well and simmer for a few minutes. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese, diced tomatoes, green onions, cilantro, and sliced black olives if using. Mix everything together to create the cheesy filling.
- Take a flour tortilla and place a generous amount of the cheesy filling on one half of the tortilla, leaving some space around the edges.
- Add a spoonful of the cooked taco-seasoned beef on top of the cheese mixture.
- Fold the tortilla over to create a pocket and press the edges firmly to seal. You can use a fork to crimp the edges for a secure seal.
- Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and fillings.
- Place the filled pocket tacos on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
- Lightly spray or brush the tops of the pocket tacos with cooking spray or oil to help them turn golden brown in the oven.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the pockets are crispy and golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving.
These loaded cheesy pocket tacos are perfect for a party or a fun dinner. You can serve them with your favorite dipping sauces or enjoy them as they are!
