Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos
Indulge in a delightful fusion of crunchy taco shells and gooey melted cheese with these Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos. Packed with seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and a generous sprinkle of cheese, this recipe promises a mouthwatering experience that will have your family and friends clamoring for more. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, these tacos are both satisfying and easy to prepare!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 (12 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 12 hard taco shells
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup sliced jalapeños
- ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat and stir in the taco seasoning according to package instructions.
- Place hard taco shells upright in a baking dish. Fill each shell evenly with the seasoned meat mixture.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over each filled shell.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and top with lettuce, tomatoes, and jalapeños.
- Serve with sour cream or your favorite sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (152g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg