Here’s a quick and zesty twist on taco night:
🌮 Rotel Tacos
These tacos are loaded with seasoned ground beef, Rotel tomatoes (with green chilies), and melty cheese — all wrapped in a crunchy or soft taco shell. It’s flavorful, budget-friendly, and super fast to make.
🕒 Total Time: 25–30 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4–6 (makes about 10–12 tacos)
🌶️ Ingredients:
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1 lb ground beef
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1 can (10 oz) Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained)
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1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade)
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
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Taco shells (hard or soft)
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Optional toppings: sour cream, lettuce, diced onion, jalapeños, avocado, salsa
🔪 Instructions:
1. Brown the Beef:
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In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until fully browned.
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Drain excess fat.
2. Add Rotel + Seasoning:
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Stir in the full can of Rotel (don’t drain).
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Add taco seasoning and 1/4 cup water.
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Simmer for about 5–7 minutes, until thickened.
3. Add Cheese:
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Stir in shredded cheese until melted and combined. Turn off heat.
4. Assemble the Tacos:
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Fill taco shells with the beef-Rotel mixture.
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Top with your favorite fixings.
🔄 Variations:
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Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
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Add black beans or corn for extra bulk.
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Make it creamy: stir in 2–3 tbsp cream cheese with the beef and Rotel!
🧊 Storage:
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Store leftover taco filling in the fridge for up to 3 days — great for taco bowls, nachos, or quesadillas.