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Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos: Easy Weeknight Dinner

Close up of cheesy pocket tacos cut in half, showing melted cheddar cheese oozing out with savory ground beef filling.
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Make these Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos for a quick, satisfying dinner. Seasoned ground beef and melted cheese are sealed inside tortillas and baked until crisp. This recipe is a great Taco Tuesday alternative.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup salsa
  • 10 small flour tortillas (about 8 inches)
  • Cooking spray

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning mix and water. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the liquid has mostly evaporated. Remove from heat.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, softened cream cheese, and salsa until combined. This is your cheesy filling.
  5. Warm the tortillas in the microwave for 15 seconds to make them pliable.
  6. Place about 2 tablespoons of the seasoned ground beef mixture onto one half of each tortilla. Top the beef with about 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture.
  7. Fold the empty half of the tortilla over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly together to seal. You can use a fork to crimp the edges if needed.
  8. Place the sealed pockets seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops of the pockets with cooking spray.
  9. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the tortillas are golden brown and the cheese inside is melted.
  10. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, you can air fry these pockets at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 6 to 8 minutes, turning halfway.
  • Use your favorite cheese blend for the best melted texture.
  • You can substitute ground turkey or shredded chicken for the ground beef.

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