loaded cheesy pocket tacos

Ohhh YES 😋 — Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos are the ultimate hand-held comfort food! Think of them as cheesy taco Hot Pockets — crispy on the outside, loaded with seasoned beef, melted cheese, and all your favorite taco toppings on the inside. Perfect for parties, meal prep, or a fun family dinner night.Here’s how to make them 👇

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🌮🧀 Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos

🍽️ Serves:

6–8 people (makes about 8–10 pockets)

⏱️ Time:

Prep: 20 min | Cook: 20–25 min | Total: ~45 min

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Ingredients

For the filling:

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1 small onion, finely diced

• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 Tbsp taco seasoning (or homemade: chili powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper)

• ½ cup salsa or tomato sauce

• ½ cup refried beans (optional but adds creaminess)

• 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or pepper jack)

For the pockets:

• 1 can (8 count) refrigerated biscuits or 1 can crescent roll dough or 8 small flour tortillas

• 1 cup shredded cheese, extra for topping

• 2 Tbsp melted butter or olive oil

• Optional: taco sauce, sour cream, green onions, cilantro, jalapeños for serving

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Make the filling

1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and onion until browned (5–6 minutes).

2. Add garlic and taco seasoning; cook 30 seconds more.

3. Stir in salsa (or tomato sauce) and simmer for 2–3 minutes.

4. Remove from heat and mix in refried beans (if using) and 1 cup cheese.

5. Let cool slightly.

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2. Prepare the dough

Choose your style:

• Biscuits: Flatten each biscuit into a 5-inch circle.

• Crescent rolls: Pinch seams to make a rectangle, then cut into squares.

• Tortillas: Warm slightly in microwave so they’re pliable.

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3. Assemble the pockets

1. Spoon about 2–3 Tbsp of beef mixture into the center of each dough piece or tortilla.

2. Sprinkle with a little extra cheese.

3. Fold over into a half-moon or pocket shape and seal edges with a fork (or crimp tightly).

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4. Bake or air-fry

Oven method:

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

• Place pockets on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

• Brush tops with melted butter or olive oil.

• Bake 15–20 minutes, until golden brown.

Air fryer method:

• Air fry at 360°F (182°C) for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

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5. Serve

• Serve warm with sour cream, salsa, or queso dip for dunking.

• Garnish with chopped green onions, cilantro, or jalapeños for extra flavor.

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💡 Tips & Variations

• Add black beans, corn, or diced bell peppers to the filling for more texture.

• Use shredded chicken or pulled pork instead of beef.

• Sprinkle shredded cheese and taco seasoning on top before baking for an ooey-gooey crust.

• For a spicy twist, mix cream cheese + chipotle sauce into the filling.

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Would you like me to give you the “Crunchwrap Supreme–style” version of these next — with a crispy tostada layer inside for crunch? It’s like a Taco Bell upgrade you can make at home 🔥