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Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos

Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos for a Fun Family Dinner Night

Indulge in Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos, a comforting twist on a classic that transforms any gathering into a fiesta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tacos
  • 1 package Taco Shells Choose hard or soft shells
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or Shredded Chicken Use ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese Mix of your favorite cheeses
Toppings
  • 1 cup Sour Cream For serving
  • 1 cup Lettuce Shredded
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Diced
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Follow package instructions
  • 1 cup Jalapeños Sliced, optional
  • 1 cup Avocado Sliced, optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • Taco Shells

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven according to the taco shell package instructions.
  2. Cook ground beef or shredded chicken in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Mix in taco seasoning along with the specified amount of water from the package instructions. Simmer until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Fill taco shells with the meat mixture, leaving room at the top. Top with shredded cheese.
  5. Bake in the oven until the cheese is melted and the shells are golden brown, typically around 10 minutes.
  6. Garnish with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, avocado, and sour cream before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve hot and offer a variety of toppings on the side for guests to personalize their tacos. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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