Baked Tacos
Easy and delicious baked tacos with crunchy shells and melty cheese, perfect for weeknight dinners and family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free Optional
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 10 taco shells
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 can refried beans (optional)
- Toppings: lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, salsa, etc.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat a skillet over medium. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning and water according to the packet instructions. Cook until thickened.
- Spread refried beans inside each taco shell (if using).
- Fill each taco shell with the seasoned beef and top with shredded cheese.
- Arrange the filled taco shells snugly in a baking dish.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, let cool briefly, and serve with desired toppings.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for the beef. Ensure to drain excess fat completely to avoid soggy shells.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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