Cheesy Rotel Beef Tacos
These cheesy Rotel beef tacos combine savory, spicy flavors with tender ground beef and melted cheddar in soft tortillas. Perfect for a quick, comforting meal packed with vibrant, satisfying taste.
Equipment
- 1 skillet
- 1 pan for warming tortillas
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 10 oz Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 –10 soft tortillas
- Optional toppings: sour cream lettuce, diced tomatoes, avocado or guacamole, fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add diced onion and cook until soft, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart, until browned.
- Drain excess grease if necessary.
- Stir in Rotel tomatoes with their juices, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Simmer the mixture for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Reduce heat to low, then stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Warm tortillas in a pan or microwave until soft.
- Spoon the cheesy beef mixture into tortillas, add optional toppings as desired.
- Serve the tacos warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use spicy Rotel tomatoes for added heat.
- Add a splash of cream for extra creaminess.
- Toast filled tacos lightly for a crispy edge.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.