Cream Tacos
Get ready to elevate your taco night with these indulgent Cream Tacos! This recipe combines perfectly seasoned ground beef (or your choice of chicken or turkey) with sautéed bell peppers, onions, and a luscious homemade cheese sauce made from sour cream, heavy cream, and melted cheddar. Wrapped in soft, warm tortillas and topped with fresh lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and optional jalapeño heat, these tacos deliver layers of flavor and texture in every bite. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, Cream Tacos are a crowd-pleasing meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Customize with your favorite toppings like fresh cilantro for an extra burst of freshness. Perfectly creamy, hearty, and irresistibly satisfying, these tacos are a must-try twist on the classic taco recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or chicken/turkey as an alternative)
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 0.25 cup water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 0.5 cup diced tomatoes
- 0.25 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the ground beef (or desired protein) and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain excess fat, if any.
Stir in taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the seasoning is well incorporated. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine sour cream and heavy cream. Whisk gently and heat until warm (do not boil). Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or in the microwave until pliable.
Assemble the tacos by adding a scoop of the cooked meat mixture into each tortilla, followed by sautéed vegetables.
Drizzle the creamy cheese sauce generously over the top.
Add shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sliced jalapeños, and fresh cilantro as desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your creamy, flavorful tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 247.7 g | 318% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.3 g | 626% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 719 mg | 240% | |
| Sodium | 7034 mg | 306% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.6 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.5 g | ||
| Protein | 132.7 g | 265% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1620 mg | 125% | |
| Iron | 19.8 mg | 110% | |
| Potassium | 2172 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
