Easy & Delicious Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos

Name: Cheesy Pocket Tacos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef.; 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz).; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.; 1/2 cup sour cream.; 1/2 cup salsa.; 1 cup diced tomatoes.; 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional).; 1/2 cup finely chopped green onions.; 1 package refrigerated biscuit dough (8 count).; Vegetable oil for frying.

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Easy & Delicious Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos are the perfect quick meal for any taco lover. These pocket tacos feature crispy, golden biscuit dough filled with seasoned ground beef, a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, and a medley of fresh toppings like diced tomatoes, green onions, and black olives. The tacos are easy to assemble and fry up in just a few minutes, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights or a fun weekend treat. Serve them with extra salsa, sour cream, or your favorite taco toppings for a meal that's both comforting and bursting with flavor. For a lighter version, you can bake the filled biscuits for a delicious, oven-baked alternative.

By Clare Greco

Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 15:54:14 GMT

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INGREDIENTS

Ground beef: 1 lb
Taco seasoning: 1 packet (about 1 oz)
Shredded cheddar cheese: 1 cup
Shredded mozzarella cheese: 1 cup
Sour cream: 1/2 cup
Salsa: 1/2 cup
Diced tomatoes: 1 cup
Sliced black olives (optional): 1/2 cup
Finely chopped green onions: 1/2 cup
Refrigerated biscuit dough: 1 package (8 count)
Vegetable oil: for frying

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1:: In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
Step 2:: Stir in taco seasoning and follow package instructions for adding water. Simmer for 5 minutes until fully seasoned.
Step 3:: Mix shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses in a bowl.
Step 4:: In another bowl, combine sour cream, salsa, diced tomatoes, black olives (if using), and green onions.
Step 5:: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Step 6:: Open the biscuit dough and flatten each piece slightly. Place a spoonful of seasoned beef in the center, followed by a spoonful of cheese mixture.
Step 7:: Fold the dough over and seal the edges by pinching or pressing with a fork.
Step 8:: Carefully place filled biscuits into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Step 9:: Enjoy your cheesy pocket tacos warm with additional sour cream, salsa, or your favorite taco toppings!

Serving and Storage Tips

For a lighter version, try baking the filled biscuit dough at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes instead of frying.
Serve with a side of guacamole or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Helpful Notes

For a spicier kick, add some chopped jalapeños to the beef mixture before assembling the tacos.
These pocket tacos can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven for a quick and easy meal.

Tips from Well-Known Chefs

Chef Rick Bayless recommends using freshly grated cheese for the best melting and flavor in your tacos.

Cheesy Pocket Tacos

Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos are quick, tasty, and satisfying, featuring crispy biscuit pockets filled with seasoned beef, cheese, and all your favorite taco toppings.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

20 Minutes

Total Time

35 Minutes

By: Clare Greco

Category: Tasty Bites

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Mexican-American

Yield: 8 Servings (8 tacos)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

01 1 lb ground beef.

02 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz).

03 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.

04 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.

05 1/2 cup sour cream.

06 1/2 cup salsa.

07 1 cup diced tomatoes.

08 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional).

09 1/2 cup finely chopped green onions.

10 1 package refrigerated biscuit dough (8 count).

11 Vegetable oil for frying.

Instructions

Step 01

In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.

Step 02

Stir in taco seasoning and follow package instructions for adding water. Simmer for 5 minutes until fully seasoned.

Step 03

Mix shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses in a bowl.

Step 04

In another bowl, combine sour cream, salsa, diced tomatoes, black olives (if using), and green onions.

Step 05

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Step 06

Open the biscuit dough and flatten each piece slightly. Place a spoonful of seasoned beef in the center, followed by a spoonful of cheese mixture.

Step 07

Fold the dough over and seal the edges by pinching or pressing with a fork.

Step 08

Carefully place filled biscuits into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

Step 09

Enjoy your cheesy pocket tacos warm with additional sour cream, salsa, or your favorite taco toppings!.

Notes

These Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos are a quick and tasty meal, perfect for satisfying cravings.
For a lighter version, try baking the filled biscuit dough at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes instead of frying.
Serve with a side of guacamole or a fresh salad for a complete meal.