Here’s a fun and indulgent Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos recipe — crispy on the outside, melty and flavorful on the inside 🌮🧀
Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos
Ingredients
For the Filling
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1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp chili powder
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½ tsp cumin
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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½ cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
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Optional: diced tomatoes, jalapeños, or cooked beans
For the Pockets
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8 small flour tortillas (or low-carb tortillas for keto)
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1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or Mexican blend)
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Cooking spray or a little oil for crisping
Optional Toppings
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Sour cream
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Salsa
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Guacamole
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Chopped cilantro
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Jalapeños
Instructions
1. Cook the Filling
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground meat with onion until browned.
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Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
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Stir in optional extras (tomatoes, beans, jalapeños).
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Remove from heat and stir in ½ cup shredded cheese until melted and combined.
2. Assemble Pockets
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Place a tortilla on a flat surface.
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Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of filling onto half of the tortilla.
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Sprinkle additional cheese on top.
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Fold the tortilla over to create a pocket and press edges to seal (use a fork).
3. Cook the Pockets
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Skillet Method: Heat a little oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook pockets 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
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Oven Method: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place pockets on a baking sheet, brush lightly with oil, and bake 8–10 minutes per side.
4. Serve
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Serve hot with sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or your favorite toppings.
Tips & Variations
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Extra Cheesy: Add cream cheese to the filling.
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Crispy Finish: Brush pockets with a little melted butter before baking.
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Spicy Kick: Mix hot sauce or sriracha into the filling.
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Mini Snack Version: Use small tortillas for bite-sized tacos.
These are basically cheesy taco-stuffed pockets — perfect for parties, game day, or a fun weeknight meal.
I can also make a 10-minute air fryer version that gets them extra crispy and gooey without standing over the stove.
Do you want me to do that?