Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos for Quick & Crispy Comfort

Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos are a quick and customizable dinner option, perfect for busy weeknights and packed with savory flavors.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 tacos

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 270

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Filling

1 pound Ground Beef or substitute with ground turkey, chicken, or lentils
1 medium Onion yellow or white onion works best
2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh is best, but garlic powder can work in a pinch
1 packet Taco Seasoning consider making your own blend
1 cup Tomato Sauce or salsa, can swap with diced tomatoes

For the Shells and Toppings

12 pieces Hard Taco Shells pick any variety, including gluten-free options
2 cups Shredded Cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or dairy-free substitutes
as desired Fresh Toppings lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro

Equipment

Oven
baking dish
Skillet
Spoon

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Arrange the hard taco shells upright in a baking dish.
Cook the ground beef with diced onion in a skillet over medium heat until browned (5-7 minutes).
Add minced garlic and taco seasoning, stir for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring to combine.
Fill each taco shell with the beef mixture and top with shredded cheese.
Bake the filled taco shells in the oven for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and shells are golden brown.
Let cool for a minute, then add fresh toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These tacos can be customized with various proteins and toppings.

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