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Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos

Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos: Crispy Joy in Every Bite

Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos are a quick, customizable, and irresistible dinner option featuring seasoned beef and gooey cheese.
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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 pound Ground Beef or turkey or black beans for a healthier option
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 1 medium Onion yellow or white preferred
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup Tomato Sauce or diced tomatoes
For Assembly
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheese blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack
  • 12 pieces Taco Shells hard or soft tortillas
For Customizable Toppings
  • 2 cups Fresh Lettuce romaine or iceberg
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes heirloom or cherry tomatoes
  • 1 small Chopped Red Onion for a sharper flavor
  • ¼ cup Cilantro for freshness
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt as an alternative
  • 1 cup Guacamole or diced avocado
  • ¼ cup Jalapeños fresh or pickled

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Oven-Baked Cheesy Tacos
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Mix in taco seasoning and tomato sauce, simmering for 5 minutes.
  4. Warm taco shells in the oven for 5 minutes, if desired. Grease the baking dish.
  5. Fill each taco shell with the beef mixture and sprinkle cheese on top.
  6. Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and shells are golden brown.
  7. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before adding fresh toppings.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy customizing your tacos with toppings!

Nutrition

Serving: 1tacoCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to preheat your oven correctly for crispy shells and avoid overcrowding tacos with toppings.

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