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Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos

Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos: Your Crispy Comfort Food Fix

These Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos are a quick and delicious meal that brings satisfying crunch and savory goodness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 lb Ground Beef can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil can replace with canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 medium Diced Onion shallots can be used for a milder taste
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic garlic powder is a quick alternative
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning or mix cumin, paprika, and chili powder
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce salsa can be used for an extra kick
For the Assembly
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Mexican blend) Monterey Jack or pepper jack for spice
  • 12 count Taco Shells use corn or flour shells based on preference
For the Toppings
  • Optional Toppings (lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro) customize with avocados, jalapeños, or sour cream

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and set a timer for 10 minutes.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef to the skillet and brown for about 5-7 minutes. Season with taco seasoning, tomato sauce, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Warm taco shells in the oven for 2-3 minutes. Fill each shell with the meat mixture and top with shredded cheese.
  5. Place filled shells in a greased baking dish and bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and shells are golden brown.
  6. Allow tacos to cool slightly, then top with fresh ingredients like lettuce, tomatoes, and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure your oven is preheated fully for crispy shells. Taste test the meat mixture for seasoning adjustments before filling the shells.

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