Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos
These Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos are filled with deliciousness, perfect for any meal.
Equipment
- skillet
- oven
- Taco Shells
Ingredients
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
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven according to the taco shell package instructions.
- Cook ground beef or shredded chicken in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Mix in taco seasoning along with the specified amount of water from the package instructions. Simmer until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Fill taco shells with the meat mixture, leaving room at the top. Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the oven until the cheese is melted and the shells are golden brown, typically around 10 minutes.
- 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
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