Cheesy Oven-Baked Tacos
Cheesy Oven-Baked Tacos are a fun, flavor-packed dish featuring crispy shells, melted cheese, and customizable fillings that make every bite a delight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 (12 tacos total) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 sturdy taco shells
- 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend: 2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp paprika)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack mix)
- Fresh vegetables (diced tomatoes, lettuce, onions)
- Sour cream
- Salsa (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or turkey until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Add taco seasoning and half a cup of water to the meat; stir well and simmer for an additional minute.
- Place the taco shells in the prepared baking dish. Spoon the seasoned meat mixture into each shell until generously filled.
- Top each taco with shredded cheese to ensure every shell is covered.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and serve topped with sour cream and fresh vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg