Here’s a fun, cheesy Cheesy Rotel Tacos recipe 🌮🧀 — perfect for Taco Tuesday and super easy!
Ingredients (serves 4)
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1 lb ground beef or ground turkey
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1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
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1 can (10 oz) Rotel (diced tomatoes & green chilies), undrained
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1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
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Taco shells or tortillas
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Optional toppings: lettuce, sour cream, jalapeños, cilantro
Instructions
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Brown the meat in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess grease.
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Add taco seasoning and Rotel (with juices). Stir well.
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Simmer 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Reduce heat to low and stir in shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
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Spoon mixture into taco shells or tortillas.
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Add your favorite toppings and serve hot!
Taco Tuesday Tips
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Extra cheesy: mix in ½ cup cream cheese for ultra-creamy tacos.
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Crunch factor: sprinkle crushed tortilla chips inside the taco.
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Mild version: use mild Rotel.
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Make it a bowl: serve over rice with chips on the side.
Want a baked cheesy Rotel taco or a walking taco version next?