Description
Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos combine seasoned ground beef, gooey cheese, and crispy taco shells for a deliciously satisfying meal. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, these tacos offer a burst of flavor with each bite. Easy to prepare and customizable for every palate, this dish is sure to become a favorite at your table. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this comforting and delightful twist on a classic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- 1 oz taco seasoning
- 12 stand-and-fill taco shells
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional toppings: chopped lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, jalapeños
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and ½ cup water to the beef; simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Fill taco shells with the beef mixture and top with shredded cheese.
- Arrange filled tacos in the baking dish and bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taco
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: - Customize filling by substituting chicken or beans for a vegetarian option. - Spice things up by adding jalapeños or enjoy creaminess with guacamole. - For optimal crunch, avoid overfilling tacos.