Description
A quick and easy taco filling made with ground beef, Rotel tomatoes, and melted cheese, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 taco shells (hard or soft)
- Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, salsa
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and Rotel tomatoes (with liquid). Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
- Reduce heat to low. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture and stir until melted and combined.
- Warm the taco shells according to package directions. Fill each shell with the cheesy beef mixture.
- Top with desired toppings such as lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, or salsa. Serve immediately.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste. For extra heat, use hot Rotel or add diced jalapeños.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: Mexican-American