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September 16, 2025
Rotel Tacos Recipe
Rotel tacos combine salty, slightly spicy, creamy, and crunchy elements simultaneously, creating experiences like favorite dips meeting traditional taco preparations perfectly. This unique recipe transforms beloved Rotel dip flavors into taco format for familiar yet exciting dining experiences. The multiple texture combinations create complex, satisfying eating experiences.
These Rotel tacos are salty, slightly spicy, creamy, and crunchy all at once. It’s like your favorite dip meets the perfect bite of a taco. I recommend extra lettuce for that perfect cold crunch against the rich filling.
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 tacos
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 lb ground sirloin
2 tablespoons low sodium Taco seasoning
8 ounces processed American cheese ( such as Velveeta®), cut into large chunks
1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (such as RO*TEL®)
8 crunchy taco shells
shredded iceberg lettuce
toppings of choice such as diced tomato , hot sauce and sour cream (optional)
Directions
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add ground beef and cook, crumbling with a wooden spoon until browned and cooked through, 5 to 10 minutes. Add in taco seasoning and cook for 1 minute. Mix in cheese and tomatoes and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook stirring constantly, until cheese is melted and mixture comes to a simmer. Cook for 3 minutes and remove from heat.
Add filling to taco shells and top with shredded lettuce and other toppings, if desired.
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Serve and enjoy.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 473 | Calories |
| 26g | Fat |
| 28g | Carbs |
| 31g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 473 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 26g | 33% |
| Saturated Fat 12g | 58% |
| Cholesterol 101mg | 34% |
| Sodium 1282mg | 56% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 3g | 12% |
| Total Sugars 4g | |
| Protein 31g | 63% |
| Vitamin C 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium 282mg | 22% |
| Iron 4mg | 21% |
| Potassium 576mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
