Description
These Cheesy Rotel Beef Tacos are a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner, featuring seasoned ground beef mixed with zesty Rotel tomatoes and melted cheese, served in crispy taco shells.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 hard taco shells
- 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 up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and Rotel tomatoes (with juices). Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened.
- Reduce heat to low, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture. Cover and let the cheese melt for about 2 minutes.
- Stir the melted cheese into the beef mixture until well 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 a spicier kick, use hot Rotel or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: American