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Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos

Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos tast
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Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos are a delicious and flavorful dish that combines seasoned ground beef, a creamy base, and plenty of cheese, all wrapped in soft tortillas.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 tacos 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 recommended for flavor)
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (1–1.25 oz)
  • Water as called for on taco seasoning packet (typically 2/3 cup)
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup salsa (mild, medium, or hot based on preference)
  • 12 flour tortillas (6-inch size)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add taco seasoning and water to the beef, stirring to combine. Cook according to package instructions.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and salsa until smooth.
  4. Warm the flour tortillas in a skillet or microwave until pliable.
  5. Spread a layer of the cream cheese mixture on each tortilla.
  6. Add a portion of the seasoned beef and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  7. Fold the tortillas over to create pockets and brush the outside with melted butter.
  8. Cook the filled tortillas in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crispy on both sides.

Notes

  • Serve with optional toppings like sour cream, additional salsa, guacamole, shredded lettuce, and diced tomatoes.
  • For a spicier kick, use hot salsa or add jalapeños.
  • These tacos can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven.

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