Description
These Melty Mac & Cheese Burger Tacos combine juicy, flavorful cheeseburgers with creamy homemade mac and cheese, wrapped in warm soft tortillas for a fun and indulgent twist on classic tacos. Perfect for a comfort food dinner that pleases the whole family, these tacos deliver layers of cheesy goodness and fresh toppings in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Burgers:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For the Mac & Cheese:
- 1 cup elbow macaroni (or pasta of choice)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Tacos:
- 8 small soft flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- Pickles (optional)
- Chopped onions (optional)
- 1/2 cup salsa or taco sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Burgers: Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. In a bowl, mix the ground beef with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized burger patties. Place shredded cheddar cheese on top of each patty, then cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until the burgers are fully cooked and the cheese has melted. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the Mac & Cheese: Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain well and set aside. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to create a roux. Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes. Add the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, stirring until the cheese fully melts and the sauce is smooth. Mix in the cooked macaroni, coating it completely with the cheese sauce. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Assemble the Tacos: Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until they are soft and pliable. Lightly brush each tortilla with olive oil to add a subtle crispness. Spoon a generous portion of mac & cheese into the center of each tortilla, then top with one burger patty. Add shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and optional pickles and chopped onions for garnish. If desired, drizzle with salsa or taco sauce for extra flavor.
- Serve: Fold the tortillas around the fillings to form tacos. Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting combination of melty cheese, juicy burgers, and creamy macaroni in every bite.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef if preferred.
- Use gluten-free pasta and tortillas to make this recipe gluten-free.
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the tacos.
- Leftover mac & cheese can be refrigerated for up to 2 days but is best eaten fresh.
- To speed up cooking, cook burgers on a grill pan if you don’t have an outdoor grill.
