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Oven Baked Tacos

Oven Baked Tacos for Crispy, Fun Family Dinners

Enjoy crispy Oven Baked Tacos filled with savory flavors for a delightful family dinner experience.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Choose 96/4 for a leaner option
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Adds natural sweetness; shallots work as a delightful substitute
  • 5 cloves Garlic Minced; use fresh for best results
  • 2 tsp Paprika Try smoked paprika for extra kick
  • 0.5 tsp Kosher Salt Essential for enhancing flavors
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper Freshly ground is ideal
  • 0.5 tsp Cumin Offers earthy notes that beautifully complement the beef
  • 0.5 tsp Crushed Chipotle Pepper Adjust according to spice preference
  • 0.5 cup Enchilada Sauce Homemade or store-bought works well
For the Taco Shells
  • 15 Extra Thin Corn Tortillas Perfect for crispiness
For the Cheese Topping
  • 1 cup Finely Shredded Mozzarella Melts beautifully for gooey finish
  • 0.5 cup Reduced Fat Cheddar Feel free to opt for regular cheddar or dairy-free option

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Oven Baked Tacos
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and cook for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.
  3. Add the diced onion and sauté for approximately 5 minutes until soft and translucent. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Sprinkle in the paprika, kosher salt, black pepper, cumin, and crushed chipotle pepper; stir for one minute to bloom the spices.
  5. Pour the enchilada sauce into the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture, placing them seam-side down in the greased baking dish.
  7. Generously sprinkle the mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the filled tortillas.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges of the tortillas are browning.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize fillings according to your preferences, using different proteins or bean options for vegetarian tacos.

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