Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos: Crispy Comfort for Family Nights

Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos are customizable delights that provide crispy comfort for family dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 tacos

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 300

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Filling

1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey, chicken, or plant-based proteins
1 packet Taco Seasoning store-bought or homemade
1 cup Tomato Sauce or Salsa to add moisture and flavor

For the Assembly

12 pieces Hard Taco Shells ensure they are upright during baking
2 cups Shredded Cheese using cheddar, Monterey Jack, or non-dairy

For the Toppings

2 cups Fresh Vegetables (Lettuce, Tomatoes, Red Onion) customize with cilantro, jalapeños, or avocado
1 cup Sour Cream or Guacamole for a creamy contrast

Equipment

Baking dish
large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and arrange hard taco shells upright in a baking dish.
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and diced onion; cook for 5-7 minutes until browned.
Add minced garlic and taco seasoning to the skillet; stir and cook for another minute.
Pour in tomato sauce or salsa, stirring to combine; simmer for about 5 minutes.
Spoon the beef mixture into taco shells and top with shredded cheese.
Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Customize each taco with fresh toppings and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Preheat the oven thoroughly for crispy shells. You can make the beef mixture ahead of time and refrigerate it to save time.

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