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Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos

Crispy Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos to Satisfy Every Craving

Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos that are crispy, customizable, and ready in just 35 minutes, satisfying every craving.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 tacos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Taco Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Can be replaced with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 Onion Yellow or white onions work best.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is preferred.
  • 1 Taco Seasoning Consider a homemade mix.
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce Use salsa for extra heat.
For the Taco Shells
  • 12 Taco Shells Corn or gluten-free varieties.
For Assembly
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese A blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack.
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Vegetable oil can be substituted.
For Fresh Toppings
  • Fresh Toppings (lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro) Customize with your favorites.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients.
  2. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3–5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add ground beef, break it apart, and cook for 5–7 minutes until browned. Mix in taco seasoning and tomato sauce, then simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Warm the taco shells in the oven or microwave to make them malleable.
  5. Fill each taco shell with the meat mixture and top with shredded cheese.
  6. Arrange the filled shells in a greased baking dish and bake for 10–15 minutes until cheese is melted and shells are crispy.
  7. Remove from oven, cool slightly, and add fresh toppings before serving.
  8. Serve with salsa or guacamole as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.

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