OHH yes 😄 these are fun, melty, and totally addictive.
Here’s an easy Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos recipe — crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside 🌮🧀
🌮 Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or chicken/turkey)
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- ½ cup water
- 1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or mozzarella)
- 8–10 small flour tortillas
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup shredded lettuce
- Optional add-ins:
- Cooked rice
- Black beans or refried beans
- Jalapeños
- Corn
🧑🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the Filling
- Brown ground meat in a skillet over medium heat.
- Drain excess grease.
- Add taco seasoning + water.
- Simmer 5 minutes until thick.
2. Assemble the Pockets
- Warm tortillas slightly so they don’t crack.
- Spoon meat onto one half of each tortilla.
- Add cheese and any extras (beans, rice, corn).
- Fold tortillas in half and press gently.
3. Cook Until Crispy
Skillet method (best):
- Heat a lightly oiled skillet over medium heat.
- Cook pockets 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cheese is melted.
Air fryer:
- 375°F (190°C) for 5–7 minutes, flipping once.
Oven:
- 400°F (205°C) for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway.
🧀 Finish & Serve
Top with:
- Sour cream
- Lettuce
- Tomatoes
- Salsa or guacamole
Serve immediately while cheesy and hot 🔥
⭐ Variations
- Chicken bacon ranch (swap taco seasoning for ranch)
- Breakfast pockets (eggs, sausage, cheese)
- Vegetarian (beans, veggies, cheese)
- Spicy (pepper jack + hot sauce)
If you want, I can give you:
- A make-ahead freezer version
- A cheesy Dorito-crusted version
- Or a kid-friendly mild version
Just tell me 😋
