Easy Cheesy Beef Taquitos for a Quick Family Dinner
Crispy golden taquitos filled with seasoned beef and melty cheese. A Mexican-inspired, family-friendly dish ready in 30 minutes that’s perfect for weeknights or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 30
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Quick Dinner Recipes
- Method: Baking/Air Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian (contains beef)
Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef (90/10)
1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
1/2 cup water
8 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
12-16 small corn tortillas
2-3 tablespoons olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat oven (400°F/200°C) or preheat air fryer
Cook ground beef in a skillet until browned
Add taco seasoning and 1/2 cup water
Stir in shredded cheese until melted
Warm tortillas in oven or microwave
Fill each tortilla with meat mixture
Roll up tightly and place seam-side down
Brush with olive oil or spray cooking oil
Bake for 12-15 minutes (or air fry for 7-10 minutes) until golden and crispy
Notes
Substitute ground turkey/chicken for leaner option
Use lard-free coating spray for fat-free crisping
Warm tortillas first for easier rolling
Add chili powder/cumin blend in place of seasoning packet if needed
Optional: Serve with lime, salsa, and pickled onions
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 taquitos
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 35mg