Oven Baked Tacos
Oven baked tacos are a delightful twist on a classic favorite, combining warm, crispy taco shells with savory ground beef, gooey cheese, and fresh toppings. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings, creating a flavor-packed experience that will impress everyone at your table. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can whip up these irresistible tacos in no time. Get ready to elevate your Taco Tuesday with this crowd-pleasing recipe!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 tacos) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 soft taco shells
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup chopped lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup salsa
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through. Stir in taco seasoning according to package instructions.
- Place soft taco shells in a baking dish. Fill each shell with seasoned beef and sprinkle generously with cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and top with lettuce, tomatoes, sour cream, and salsa before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg