Copycat Taco Bell Meximelts
These copycat Taco Bell Meximelts bring back the melty, beefy favorite with just a few simple ingredients. They’re quick to make at home and perfect for an easy lunch or dinner.
Servings: 8
Calories: 477kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 1 oz pkt Taco Bell taco seasoning
- 8 oz pepper jack cheese shredded
- 8 oz cheddar cheese shredded
- 8-10 flour tortillas
- 1 cup pico de gallo
Instructions
- Cook the ground beef until completely browned and crumbled. Drain, then return the meat to the skillet.1 lb ground beef
- Add the taco seasoning mix, along with the water called for on the package, and cook per the package instructions.1 1 oz pkt Taco Bell taco seasoning
- Divide the cheddar cheese evenly between the flour tortillas in an even layer.8 oz cheddar cheese, 8-10 flour tortillas
- Divide the beef evenly between the tortillas.
- Top with the pepper jack cheese followed by a bit of pico on each.8 oz pepper jack cheese, 1 cup pico de gallo
- Roll up and wrap the tortillas in damp paper towels.
- Heat in the microwave, 2 at a time, for 1 minute. Repeat until all the tortillas have been cooked.
- Serve warm & enjoy!
Notes
- You can use ground chicken or turkey instead of beef if you prefer though it won't be as spot on as ground beef.
- Serve these with your favorite extras like guacamole and sour cream.
- Customize these to your liking! For example skip the pico if you don't like it and sub taco sauce or use a chunky salsa instead.
Nutrition
Calories: 477kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 1100mg | Potassium: 235mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 968IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 466mg | Iron: 3mg