Loaded Taco-Stuffed Cheesy Pockets are savory hand pies filled with seasoned taco meat, melty cheese, and your favorite toppings, baked until golden and delicious.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Mexican-American
Diet:Halal
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning mix
1/4 cup water
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
1 package refrigerated pizza dough or crescent roll dough
1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
Add taco seasoning and water to the beef. Stir and cook for 5 minutes until thickened.
Roll out the pizza or crescent dough and cut into even rectangles or squares.
Spoon taco meat onto one side of each dough piece. Top with cheese, tomatoes, green onions, and olives.
Fold dough over filling and press edges with a fork to seal.
Brush tops with beaten egg and place on the baking sheet.
Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown.
Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with sour cream or salsa.
Notes
You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef.
Feel free to add jalapeños for extra spice.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven.