Description

Loaded Cheesy Pocket Tacos are a fun, flavorful twist on traditional tacos, made with seasoned beef, gooey cheese, and colorful toppings all wrapped in crescent dough and baked until golden and crispy. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing snack.

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)

1 packet taco seasoning

1/2 cup water

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1/2 cup diced tomatoes

1/4 cup sliced black olives

1/4 cup chopped green onions

1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional)

1 can (8-count) refrigerated crescent roll dough

1 egg, beaten (for brushing)

Sour cream, salsa, or guacamole for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, then drain excess grease.
Stir in taco seasoning and water. Simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened, then remove from heat.
Roll out the crescent dough and form 4 large rectangles by pressing two triangles together and sealing the seams.
Spoon the taco meat mixture onto one half of each rectangle, leaving a small border.
Top the meat with cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, tomatoes, olives, and green onions.
Fold the dough over the filling to create a pocket and seal the edges with a fork.
Brush each pocket with beaten egg and place on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden and puffed.
Cool slightly, garnish with cilantro, and serve with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Notes

Swap beef for ground turkey, shredded chicken, or beans for a vegetarian version.

Use pepper jack cheese for added heat.

Make ahead and refrigerate before baking for convenience.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheat in the oven or toaster oven for best texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pocket taco
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 65mg