These smoked sausage and cheddar tacos are a delicious and satisfying meal option, perfect for any day of the week. Combining smoky sausage with melted cheddar cheese, this tacos recipe is sure to please everyone at the table.
The preparation is simple and quick, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Quick and Flavorful Smoked Sausage Tacos
This recipe features sliced smoked sausage cooked until golden, then topped with cheddar cheese and served in warm tortillas. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 small flour or corn tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
- Sour cream or salsa for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the chopped onion and sliced bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Season: Sprinkle in the chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine and heat through.
- Warm Tortillas: In a separate skillet, warm the tortillas over low heat until pliable, about 30 seconds on each side.
- Assemble Tacos: Place a portion of the sausage and vegetable mixture onto each tortilla. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve with sour cream or salsa on the side.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
