Ground Beef Creamed Tacos
Rich, creamy, and delightfully cheesy, these Ground Beef Creamed Tacos combine savory beef, chili beans, and tomatoes for a hearty meal ready in minutes—perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in.
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 15.5 oz cans chili beans undrained
- 1 10–14.5 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 lb processed cheese such as Velveeta, cut into cubes
- 1 –2 tsp chili powder optional, to taste
- Tortilla chips for serving
- Shredded lettuce for serving
- Diced tomatoes for serving
Instructions
Cook the ground beef
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, place the ground beef over medium heat. Cook, stirring and breaking the meat into small pieces, until it is fully browned and no longer pink—approximately 5 to 8 minutes. Drain most of the fat, leaving a small amount for flavor.
Add the beans and tomatoes
- Add the chili beans (including their liquid) and the diced tomatoes with green chilies to the pot. Stir to combine, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Allow the flavors to blend for 2–3 minutes.
Incorporate the cheese
- Once the mixture is simmering, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the cubed processed cheese. Stir continuously until the cheese has completely melted and the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. This will take about 5 minutes.
Adjust seasoning
- Taste the mixture and, if desired, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of chili powder to enhance flavor and add mild heat. Stir well to distribute evenly.
Serve
- Ladle the creamed taco mixture into bowls and serve immediately with tortilla chips, shredded lettuce, and diced tomatoes. For a thinner consistency, you may add a small amount of water or milk until the desired texture is achieved.
Notes
To make this dish gluten-free, ensure that all canned ingredients—particularly the chili beans and diced tomatoes—are certified gluten-free, as some brands use additives that may contain gluten. Choose a gluten-free processed cheese alternative if needed. Finally, replace standard tortilla chips with gluten-free versions made from 100% corn or another gluten-free grain.