How long does it take to make Cheesy Taco Beef Pockets?

About 35 minutes in total: 20 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking.

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This recipe makes 8 servings as written; ingredient quantities on this page can be scaled.

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It was shared by Your Barefoot Neighbor on facebook.com. ReelsMeals structured the original post into this step-by-step card; the original is linked above.

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Cheesy Taco Beef Pockets – 35-Minute Recipe

Name: Cheesy Taco Beef Pockets – 35-Minute Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 8 pieces tortillas; 1 cup shredded cheese; 1 packet taco seasoning; 1 cup sour cream; 1 cup salsa; 0.5 tsp cumin; 0.5 tsp chili powder; 0.25 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp pepper

A delicious and easy weeknight dinner recipe that combines ground beef, cheese, and tortillas to create a tasty and satisfying meal. The beef is seasoned with taco seasoning and spices, then wrapped in tortillas with cheese and baked until crispy.

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Cheesy Taco Beef Pockets – 35-Minute Recipe

Prep Time

20 min

Cook Time

15 min

Servings

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35 min estimated total time for 8 servings.

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Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
8 pieces tortillas
1 cup shredded cheese
1 packet taco seasoning
1 cup sour cream
1 cup salsa
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (374°F).
2
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat.
3
Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up into small pieces, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
4
Once the beef is browned, add the taco seasoning, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
5
Reduce heat to low and simmer the beef mixture for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
While the beef is cooking, prepare the tortillas by warming them in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and microwaving for 20-30 seconds.
7
To assemble the pockets, lay a tortilla flat and spoon about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture onto the center of the tortilla.
8
Sprinkle about 1/4 cup of shredded cheese on top of the beef mixture.
9
Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla up over the filling, followed by the sides and finally the top. Press the edges together to seal the pocket.
10
Place the pocket seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
11
Bake the pockets in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tortillas are crispy.
12
Remove the pockets from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
13
Serve the pockets hot with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, and shredded cheese.

Helpful tips while cooking

AI-assisted notes grounded in this recipe's ingredients, timings, and method—not additional creator instructions.

Warm tortillas before assembling

Microwave the tortillas for 20‑30 seconds or use a damp paper towel to make them pliable before filling.

Seal the pocket edges tightly

Fold and press the edges together firmly.

Place pockets seam‑side down on the sheet

Baking seam‑side down helps the pockets stay sealed and the tortillas crisp evenly.

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