Cheeseburger Tacos
Take taco night to the next level with these mouthwatering Cheeseburger Tacos! Juicy seasoned ground beef, melted cheese, crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and tangy pickles, all nestled in a crispy taco shell for a delicious fusion of flavors. Customize with your favorite burger toppings and enjoy a tasty meal that will satisfy everyone's cravings!
Servings 6 tacos
Calories 382kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef I used 80/20 ground chuck beef.
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 6 8-inch tortillas
- 6 slices cheese
Homemade Burger Seasoning (Feel free to use store-bought blends if you wish)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Regular paprika is fine if you wish.
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons dried minced onions
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet (I used a 12 inch cast iron) on the stove at medium-high heat.
- Combine the ground beef, spices, and Worcestershire sauce in a bowl. Ensure the meat is fully seasoned.
- Form 6 patties using the beef. Mine weighed a little more than 2 1/2 oz for each patty.
- Place each patty onto a separate tortilla (it should stick) and then place the taco beef side down in the preheated skillet. Smash the taco into the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until it forms a golden crust.
- Flip the burger and add cheese (if desired). Place a lid over the pan (you can also use foil if the pan doesn't have a lid) for 2 minutes or however long it takes for the cheese to melt.Use a meat thermometer to test doneness. 120-125 degrees rare, 130-135 degrees medium rare, 140-145 degrees for medium, 150-155 degrees for medium-well, and 160-165 degrees for well done.If you want a taco that folds, don't overcook the taco at this step because the tortilla will crisp pretty quickly. If you're looking for a crispy shell, then cook for a few minutes here.
- Allow the burger to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Load the burger taco with your favorite toppings.
Air Fryer Instructions
- If you want to fold the tortilla like a normal taco, I recommend cooking the burger separate from the tortilla because the tortilla will cook and crisp much faster than the time needed to cook the burger. You can add the tortilla to the air fryer to crisp once the burger cooks and while the burger rests.If you want a crispy tortilla shell, then you can load the burger meat onto the tortilla and place it in the air fryer.
- Air fry the burger at 400 degrees for 8-10 minutes or however long it takes for them to reach your desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer. Every air fryer cooks at varying speeds so you will need to watch carefully.Use a meat thermometer to test doneness. 120-125 degrees rare, 130-135 degrees medium rare, 140-145 degrees for medium, 150-155 degrees for medium-well, and 160-165 degrees for well done.
- Allow the burger to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Load the burger taco with your favorite toppings.
Notes
You can also customize your cheeseburger tacos by using alternative meats or meat substitutes, such as ground turkey, ground chicken, or plant-based ground meat alternatives.
Flour tortillas work best for this type of taco because they are flexible and can easily wrap around the cheeseburger filling without breaking. Look for medium-sized flour tortillas, which are typically around 8 inches in diameter.
These tortillas will hold the cheeseburger ingredients well while still being manageable to eat. Corn tortillas can also work if you prefer their flavor, but they aren’t as durable as flour tortillas.
Worcestershire Sauce helps tenderize the meat, making it more juicy and tender. It also adds a balance of sweet, tangy, and salty flavors to ground beef, enhancing its overall taste without overpowering it. You can omit it or substitute using soy sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 1taco | Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 24g